Baked Banana Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Recipe
Indulge in a delightful breakfast treat with this Baked Banana Chocolate Chip Oatmeal recipe. Perfectly sweetened with ripe bananas and studded with chocolate chips, this baked oatmeal is a cozy and nutritious way to start your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Baked Banana Chocolate Chip Oatmeal:
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 egg (optional for binding)
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil or butter (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine mashed bananas, oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in maple syrup, vanilla extract, and milk until fully mixed. Optionally, add the egg and melted coconut oil. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until set and lightly golden on top. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free chocolate chips and plant-based milk.
- This oatmeal reheats well and is great for meal prep.
- Enhance with chopped nuts or seeds for added crunch and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
