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Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal

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Ingredients

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  • data-end=”2570″>2 ripe bananas, mashed

  • data-end=”2590″>1 cup rolled oats

  • ½ cup peanut butter (smooth or chunky)

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 ½ cups milk (dairy or non-dairy like almond or oat milk)

  • data-end=”2736″>1 teaspoon vanilla extract</p>

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)

  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or peanuts (optional)

  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips (optional, for extra indulgence)

Ingredient Highlights

 

  • -end=”3138″>Bananas: Bananas provide natural sweetness and are rich in potassium, which helps with muscle function and hydration.

  • Peanut Butter: Peanut butter adds protein and healthy fats, keeping you full longer and enhancing the overall flavor of the oatmeal.

  • Oats: Rolled oats are the base of this recipe, providing a hearty, chewy texture and a good amount of fiber to keep you satisfied.

  • Milk: The milk helps create a creamy consistency, but you can swap it for a non-dairy alternative like almond or oat milk to make the recipe vegan-friendly.

  • Honey or Maple Syrup: These are optional sweeteners that you can add depending on how sweet you like your oatmeal, with maple syrup adding a lovely warm flavor.

Instructions

Prepare the Oatmeal Batter:

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    ta-end=”3915″>Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal of the baked oatmeal.

  2. Mash the Bananas: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth. The more ripe the bananas, the sweeter the oatmeal will be.

  3. -end=”4414″><p class=”” data-start=”4224″ data-end=”4414″>Mix the Wet Ingredients: To the mashed bananas, add the peanut butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir well until the peanut butter is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
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    Add the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

  6. Sweeten the Oatmeal: If you’d like to add more sweetness, drizzle in some honey or maple syrup and stir to combine.

Add Optional Mix-ins:

  1. Stir in the Optional Ingredients: If you’re adding nuts, chocolate chips, or other mix-ins, fold them into the batter now, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Bake the Oatmeal:

  1. Transfer to the Baking Dish: Pour the oatmeal batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula.

  2. Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  3. Cool: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool for about 10-15 minutes before cutting it into squares.

Serve and Enjoy:

 

  1. Cut and Serve: Slice the baked oatmeal into squares or bars, and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy with a dollop of peanut butter or fresh fruit if desired.

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