Baked Banana Oatmeal
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Baked Banana Oatmeal
Description
This Baked Banana Oatmeal recipe starts by mashing ripe bananas and mixing with milk and maple syrup for moisture and sweetness. Rolled oats, flaxseed, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, and chopped walnuts are incorporated, then baked in a greased dish at 350°F until edges turn golden and center firms.
The texture is tender yet substantial, with a balance of sweetness from bananas and maple syrup, and nuttiness from walnuts and flaxseed. Ground cinnamon adds warmth, while baking develops a slightly crisp edge. Serving suggestions include peanut butter drizzle or fresh berries.
The dish holds well in the refrigerator for up to five days, making it convenient for advance preparation. Nut-free variations omit walnuts and use a nut-free milk, and chocolate chips can be added as an alternative sweet note.
Ingredients
- 3 very ripe banana
- 3/4 cup milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 cups rolled oats old fashioned
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt fine sea salt
- 1/2 cup walnuts plus more for topping, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF and grease an 8-inch square baking dish. In a large bowl, peel and mash the 3 ripe bananas until they look relatively smooth. Add in the milk and maple syrup, and stir well.
- Add in the oats, flaxeed, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt, and stir again. Fold in the chopped walnuts, then transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle a few extra walnuts on top, if you'd like to.
- Bake at 350ºF until the edges are golden and the top looks firm in the center, about 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving. The texture will be slightly gummy in the center while this is hot from the oven, but it firms up even more as it cools, so it's perfect for meal prep!
- Serve warm with a drizzle of peanut butter on top, or with fresh berries. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Nutrition info is an estimate based on almond milk and one of six slices.
- Omit walnuts and use nut-free milk for a nut-free version.
- Consider adding chocolate chips for a sweeter variation.
- Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to five days; reheat before serving.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 243 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 243kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 141mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 437mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 42IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 107mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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