Description
This Healthy Baked Oatmeal recipe is a delicious, nutrient-packed breakfast that combines rolled oats, mashed bananas, fresh berries, and natural sweeteners baked to perfection. It’s easy to prepare, comforting, and provides a wholesome start to your day with a perfect balance of sweetness and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Oatmeal Base
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1½ cups milk (your choice)
- 2 large eggs (whisked)
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey, more to taste)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted or olive oil)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Fruit
- 1 cup berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, or a mix, fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the oatmeal.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, mashed bananas, maple syrup or honey, melted oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the rolled oats, baking powder, and kosher salt to the wet mixture until everything is evenly incorporated, forming the oatmeal batter.
- Fold in Berries: Gently fold in the cup of berries carefully to distribute them without breaking them down too much.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly for uniform cooking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 35–40 minutes until the center is set and the top is lightly golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let the baked oatmeal cool for 5–10 minutes so it firms up a bit, then slice into portions and serve warm.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture.
- You can substitute the milk with any plant-based alternative for a dairy-free option.
- Frozen berries work well and do not need to be thawed before adding.
- Add nuts or seeds for extra texture and nutrition if desired.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
