Description
Baked Oats are a healthy, cake-like breakfast made with oats, banana, milk, and a few pantry staples. Easy to customize, naturally gluten-free, and optionally vegan, they’re perfect for meal prep or a cozy morning treat.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (or quick oats)
- 1/2 ripe banana (or 1/4 cup applesauce)
- 1/3 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 egg (or 1 flax egg for vegan)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional add-ins:
- 1 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter
- 1 tbsp chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup berries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon or nutmeg
- 1 tbsp chopped nuts or seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a ramekin or small baking dish.
- In a blender, combine oats, banana, milk, egg, baking powder, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Blend until smooth for a cake-like texture, or mix by hand for a chunkier texture.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish.
- Stir in or top with optional add-ins like chocolate chips or berries.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with yogurt, nut butter, or fruit if desired.
Notes
Blend for a smooth, cake-like result or mix by hand for a classic oatmeal texture.Use applesauce, yogurt, or pumpkin puree instead of banana if preferred.Make a large batch in a baking dish and slice for meal prep.Customize with your favorite spices, nuts, or toppings.Use certified gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (entire recipe)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
