Description
Delicious and wholesome Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal Cups that make a perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack. These baked oatmeal cups combine rolled oats, natural peanut butter, ripe banana, and melty mini chocolate chips for a hearty, flavorful treat that's easy to prepare and naturally sweetened with maple syrup.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large banana, mashed
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup almond milk
Add-ins & Toppings
- 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
- Optional: sliced banana for topping
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare the muffin tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a muffin tin with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder, mixing well to distribute evenly.
- Combine banana and peanut butter: In a separate medium bowl, mash the large banana thoroughly and add the natural peanut butter. Stir in the egg until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add sweeteners and flavorings: Stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract into the wet banana-peanut butter mixture until fully incorporated.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the oat mixture. Add the almond milk and mini chocolate chips, stirring everything together until evenly blended.
- Fill muffin tin: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, evenly distribute the batter into the prepared muffin tin cups. Top each cup with additional mini chocolate chips for extra sweetness and texture.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the oatmeal cups are set and lightly golden on top.
- Cool and garnish: Allow the oatmeal cups to cool completely in the muffin tin before removing. Optionally, top with sliced banana for a fresh, fruity finish.
- Storage: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage, reheating before serving.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter without added sugar or oils for a healthier option.
- You can substitute almond milk with any preferred plant-based or dairy milk.
- Make sure the banana is ripe for natural sweetness and moisture.
- These oatmeal cups freeze well; separate with parchment paper when freezing to prevent sticking.
- For a vegan variation, replace the egg with a flax egg or other egg substitute.