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Banana Nut Baked Oatmeal Recipe

Banana Nut Baked Oatmeal Recipe


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  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

Rich banana nut baked oatmeal brings warmth and comfort to morning breakfast tables with its delightful blend of ripe bananas and crunchy nuts. Hearty ingredients meld together, creating a satisfying dish that nourishes both body and soul.


Ingredients

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Primary Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1.5 cups (360 ml) all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup (120 ml) chopped walnuts or almonds
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup (120 ml) milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 0.75 cup (180 ml) brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup (120 ml) unsalted butter, melted

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Caramel Glaze Ingredients:

  • 0.5 cup (120 ml) brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping:

  • Sliced bananas
  • Whole almonds or walnuts

Instructions

  1. Prepare the kitchen workspace by heating the oven to 350F (175C) and coating an 8×8-inch baking vessel with grease and parchment paper.
  2. Create a dry mixture by combining flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Craft a wet mixture in a separate container by whisking melted butter with brown sugar until achieving a smooth consistency.
  4. Incorporate eggs, vanilla extract, mashed ripe bananas, and milk into the butter-sugar blend, stirring until thoroughly integrated.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, ensuring minimal overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
  6. Delicately introduce chopped nuts into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout.
  7. Transfer the prepared mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it uniformly.
  8. Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, monitoring until a testing skewer emerges clean from the center.
  9. While the oatmeal bakes, construct the caramel glaze by melting butter and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat.
  10. Stir the sugar-butter mixture until completely dissolved and smooth.
  11. Pour heavy cream and vanilla extract into the saucepan, whisking continuously to create a silky glaze.
  12. Allow the caramel to simmer gently for two minutes, then remove from heat.
  13. Once the baked oatmeal has cooled slightly, generously drizzle the warm caramel glaze across the surface.
  14. Embellish with fresh banana slices and whole nuts for visual appeal and textural contrast.
  15. Permit the dessert to rest momentarily, allowing the glaze to set before serving.

Notes

  • Customize the batter by swapping nuts for seeds like pumpkin or sunflower for a nut-free version perfect for allergic individuals.
  • Reduce sugar content by using ripe bananas which naturally enhance sweetness and allow cutting brown sugar by half without compromising flavor.
  • Create a gluten-free alternative by substituting regular flour with almond or oat flour to accommodate dietary restrictions while maintaining a tender texture.
  • Enhance nutritional profile by adding chia or ground flaxseeds for extra fiber and omega-3 fatty acids without significantly altering the recipe’s delicious taste.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 282 kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 135 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 42 mg