Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal Cups Recipe
Delicious and nutritious Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal Cups combining wholesome oats, natural peanut butter, and ripe bananas, sweetened with maple syrup and dotted with chocolate chips. Perfect for a quick breakfast or healthy snack, these baked oatmeal cups are easy to prepare and bake to a golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 oatmeal cups
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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 and Toppings
- 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips, plus extra for topping
- Optional: sliced banana for topping
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray to ensure the oatmeal cups do not stick.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder. Stir these dry ingredients together until evenly mixed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, mash the banana thoroughly and add the natural peanut butter. Stir in the egg until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Sweeteners and Flavorings: Mix maple syrup and vanilla extract into the wet ingredients, blending well to incorporate all flavors.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Add the almond milk and 3/4 cup of mini chocolate chips. Stir all ingredients together until fully combined, ensuring an even mixture.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, evenly distribute the oatmeal batter into the prepared muffin tin cavities. Top each cup with additional mini chocolate chips for extra sweetness and texture.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25 minutes or until the oatmeal cups are fully set and golden brown on top.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, allow the oatmeal cups to cool before removing from the tin. Optionally, garnish each cup with sliced banana for a fresh topping.
- Storage: Store the baked oatmeal cups in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze them for longer storage and enjoy as a quick grab-and-go breakfast option.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter for a stronger peanut flavor and healthier option without added sugars or oils.
- Ensure bananas are ripe for natural sweetness and easier mashing.
- Almond milk can be substituted with any other milk or milk alternative according to preference.
- Optional toppings like sliced banana or extra chocolate chips enhance flavor and presentation.
- These oatmeal cups are perfect served warm or cold and reheat well in a microwave.
