Blueberry Banana Baked Oatmeal
Blueberry Banana Baked Oatmeal combines rolled oats, ripe bananas, blueberries, and cinnamon into a wholesome baked breakfast. It's easy to make, naturally sweetened, and perfect for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2¼ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup ripe mashed bananas about 2 large or 3 medium bananas
- ¾ cup milk
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Optional Toppings
- Sliced bananas
- Extra blueberries
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Greek yogurt
- Maple syrup
- Almond butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, milk, honey, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the oat mixture and stir until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the blueberries without crushing them.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
- Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden. Baking time is typically around 35–36 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and allow the baked oatmeal to cool for 10–15 minutes.
- Slice into squares and serve warm, or cool completely before refrigerating for meal prep
Notes
- Store individual portions for quick grab-and-go breakfasts.
- Delicious served warm with a drizzle of maple syrup.
- Add chia seeds or flaxseed for extra nutrition.
- Chocolate chips make a fun variation for kids.