Description
Delicious and wholesome Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal Cups that are perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. These gluten-free, naturally sweetened cups combine creamy peanut butter, ripe bananas, and chocolate chips for a satisfying treat that's easy to make and packed with nutrition.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed banana
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup almond milk
- ½ cup peanut butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten free rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch of sea salt (optional)
Add-ins
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips (plus more for the top)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready to bake the oatmeal cups evenly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mashed banana, almond milk, peanut butter, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Add gluten free rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt (if using) into the wet mixture, stirring until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in 1/3 cup of chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter for bursts of chocolate in each bite.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Line or grease a muffin tin and evenly divide the oatmeal batter into the cups. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top for a decorative and tasty finish.
- Bake: Bake the oatmeal cups in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until they are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the oatmeal cups to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water per egg).
- Use natural peanut butter without added sugar or oils for a healthier option.
- These oatmeal cups can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Feel free to customize by adding nuts, seeds, or dried fruits for extra texture and nutrition.
- Ensure your oats are certified gluten-free if you are sensitive to gluten.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
