Description

This Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal is a wholesome and comforting breakfast dish combining creamy peanut butter, ripe bananas, and hearty rolled oats. Baked to golden perfection and subtly sweetened with real maple syrup, this recipe is perfect for a nutritious start to your day or a cozy snack. It offers a creamy, rich texture with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla, suitable for both regular and vegan diets with a simple flaxseed substitution.

Ingredients

Scale

Wet Ingredients

1 large spotty banana (mashed)
½ cup creamy all-natural peanut butter (preferably runny)
3 tbsp real maple syrup (or honey)
1 ¾ cups unsweetened almond milk or oat milk
1 large egg (or 1 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tbsp warm water for vegan option)
2 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (200g)
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt

Instructions

Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch square baking dish using cooking spray or avocado oil to prevent sticking.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed banana, peanut butter, maple syrup, unsweetened almond or oat milk, egg (or flaxseed mixture for vegan), and vanilla extract. Whisk these together thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the rolled oats, ground cinnamon, baking powder, salt, and if using a flaxseed egg, add the ground flaxseed as well. Mix all ingredients until everything is evenly incorporated. Adjust the batter consistency by adding a little more milk if the mixture feels too thick due to peanut butter variation.
Pour: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula to ensure uniform baking.
Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the center is firm and set when tested with a toothpick.
Serve: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, drizzle additional peanut butter on top and garnish with banana slices. Enjoy this hearty and delicious breakfast warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Use ripe, spotty bananas for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
The recipe can easily be made vegan by replacing the egg with a flaxseed egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tbsp warm water).
Adjust the amount of milk depending on the thickness of your peanut butter to achieve the right batter consistency.
For an extra crunch, consider adding chopped nuts or seeds before baking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat portions in the microwave or oven before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal, Banana Baked Oatmeal, Healthy Breakfast, Vegan Oatmeal, Gluten Free Option, Peanut Butter Banana Breakfast