Baked Oats Banana Honey (Printable version)

A comforting mix of creamy oats, ripe banana, and honey baked to a golden finish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - Pinch of salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 2 ripe bananas, mashed
06 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
07 - 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter or coconut oil
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 3 tablespoons honey
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Optional Toppings

11 - 1 banana, sliced
12 - 1 to 2 tablespoons honey, for drizzling
13 - 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

# How-To Steps:

01 - Set the oven to 350°F and lightly grease four 8-ounce ramekins.
02 - In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - Whisk mashed bananas, milk, melted butter, eggs, honey, and vanilla extract together until smooth.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just incorporated.
05 - Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins. Optionally, top with banana slices and chopped nuts.
06 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until tops are golden and the oats are set.
07 - Allow to cool slightly, then drizzle with additional honey if desired before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Comforting, warm breakfast
  • Easy individual servings for the whole family
02 -
  • This recipe contains eggs and dairy, but vegan swaps work well.
  • Baked oatmeal texture depends on banana ripeness: riper is creamier.
03 -
  • Mash bananas thoroughly for even creamy texture.
  • For extra crunch, sprinkle chopped nuts on top before baking.
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