Description
This comforting Banana Baked Oats recipe combines ripe bananas, wholesome oats, and a touch of sweetness to create a warm, nutritious breakfast that’s easy to prepare. Blended into a smooth batter and baked until golden, it’s a perfect single-serving dish topped with juicy banana slices and a pat of salted butter for added richness.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 banana (divided)
- ½ cup old fashioned oats
- ½ cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon agave syrup
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- 1 scoop collagen (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts (or chocolate chips)
- Salted butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the oats evenly.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a small baking dish or a 4-inch-wide ramekin with butter or oil to prevent sticking and set it aside.
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine half of the banana, oats, almond milk, agave syrup, baking powder, vanilla extract, salt, and optionally chia seeds and collagen. Blend until you get a smooth, consistent batter.
- Pour Batter: Transfer the blended oat mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Add Walnuts: Stir the chopped walnuts into the batter gently, leaving some on top for added texture and flavor.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-28 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean.
- Top and Serve: Once baked, top the oats with remaining banana slices and a pat of salted butter. Serve warm for the best flavor and comforting texture.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk with any plant-based or dairy milk of your preference.
- Chia seeds and collagen powder are optional but add nutritional benefits like omega-3s and protein.
- Walnuts can be swapped with chocolate chips or other nuts depending on taste preference.
- To make it vegan, omit the collagen and replace butter topping with coconut oil or vegan butter.
- For extra sweetness, drizzle additional agave syrup or honey on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
