Baked Banana Blueberry Oatmeal

Baked Banana Blueberry Oatmeal

Have some overripe bananas hanging around? Don’t toss them — turn them into this cozy, wholesome baked oatmeal! It’s the perfect breakfast for a chilly morning and smells absolutely incredible while it’s baking. If you prefer things on the sweeter side, feel free to finish yours with a drizzle of maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar. And don’t forget to save those peels for homemade banana fertilizer in the garden!

Ingredients

2 cups rolled oats
½ cup pecan pieces (optional)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
½ teaspoon allspice
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¾ cup mashed banana (about 2 very ripe bananas)
1 ¾ cups milk of choice (dairy, almond, or oat)
¼ cup pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup blueberries

Directions

Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease an 8 x 8 or 9 x 9 inch baking pan with coconut oil or a neutral oil.

In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, pecan pieces, baking powder, cinnamon, allspice, and kosher salt. Pour this mixture into the prepared pan.

Mash the bananas and add them back to the empty bowl. Whisk in the milk, maple syrup, and vanilla until well combined. Pour this mixture evenly over the oats in the pan, then scatter the blueberries on top. Use a fork to gently stir so everything incorporates evenly.

Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the top is golden and the oatmeal is set. Allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Serve warm and enjoy the perfect start to your day!