This Baked Oatmeal Recipe is an easy, wholesome breakfast made with simple pantry ingredients, ripe bananas, oats, blueberries, and pecans. It’s naturally sweetened, perfect for meal prep, and bakes into a warm, satisfying breakfast the whole family will love.
Whether you’re feeding a busy family or planning breakfasts for the week, this baked oatmeal is budget-friendly, customizable, and easy to make ahead.
Naturally sweetened baked oatmeal is one of my favorite breakfast recipes to meal prep for the week. I can easily change the fruit to what is in season for a delicious and healthy breakfast idea.
The combination of the ingredients bakes perfectly and taste amazing with the toasted oats and nuts. If you enjoy this baked oatmeal, then try Crock pot Bread Pudding Recipe, Quick and Easy Energy Bites Recipe,Overnight Chia Seed Pudding, Breakfast Cookies and No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Bars.
Why We Love Baked Oatmeal
Baked Oatmeal makes it easy to give my family a healthy, homemade breakfast. I can slice a small individual portions and serve with a side of fresh fruit and Over Hard Eggs for a complete breakfast idea.
I have even added in mini chocolate chips for a hint of chocolate in every bite. This Baked Oatmeal is very filling and my entire family loves it so much I have to double the recipe.
Ingredients
- Banana – We recommend using a rip, mashed
- Milk – We like using whole milk, but you can use other types of milk such as almond milk or soy milk
- Maple Syrup or Honey – Gives the baked oatmeal a natural sweetness
- Eggs – Helps to bind the baked oatmeal mixture together
- Butter – We used unsalted, melted butter
- Brown Sugar – Learn How to Make Brown Sugar
- Vanilla Extract – For the best flavor use pure vanilla extract
- Old Fashioned Oats – You can use rolled oats or quick oats as well. You can use certified gluten-free oats if you need a gluten free option
- Baking Powder – Helps to bake the oatmeal evenly
- Ground Cinnamon – Gives the Baked Oatmeal warm flavors. Nutmeg and Ginger is also a great addition
- Roughly Chopped Pecans – Feel free to use walnuts or slice almonds
- Blueberries – You can use Fresh or Frozen Blueberries
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How to Make Baked Oatmeal
Step 1 – Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and spray a 9X9 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
Step 2 – Mash the banana in a large bowl. Stir in the milk mixture which includes maple syrup or honey, eggs, melted butter, brown sugar and vanilla extract until combined.
Step 3 – Whisk in the dry ingredients including the oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon and salt until just combined with wet ingredients.
Step 4 – Gently mix in the blueberries and half of the chopped pecans into the oat mixture.
Step 5 – Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the remaining chopped pecans on top. Gently press them down into the batter.
Step 6 – Bake for 42-45 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup or with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Prepare Baking Dish – To easily serve and to make cleaning the pan easier, we recommend spraying the baking dish with cooking spray.
- Slightly Cool – Before slicing and serving the baked oatmeal, make sure to allow it to cool for about 10 minutes.
- Meal Prep – This baked oatmeal would be perfect to meal prep for the week for a healthy, on the go breakfast.
Variations Ideas
You can easily use any type of berries and nuts that you prefer for this easy baked oatmeal recipe. Try these additions for a delicious variations.
- Shredded Coconut
- Cranberries
- Strawberries
- Raisins
- Banana Slices
- Blackberries
- Cashews
- Ground Flaxseed
- Unsweetened Applesauce
What to Serve with Baked Oatmeal?
Baked Oatmeal makes the perfect breakfast, snack or dessert for any occasion. We often also serve for brunch with a slice of CrockPot Breakfast Casserole Recipe and a Fruit Salad Recipe.
This recipe is great served as is, topped with Greek yogurt, peanut butter or additional syrup. We have even served topped with honey, mini chocolate chips and more fresh fruit.
Storage & Freezer Instructions
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 30-60 seconds.
- Freeze individual slices for easy grab-and-go breakfasts.
- Wrap slices tightly and store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
- Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or reheat directly from frozen.
Frequently Asked Questions
We like using old fashioned oats to make this baked oatmeal but you can also use quick oats for the same texture.
Yes, you can divide the baked oatmeal into muffin cups and bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes. Baking time will vary depending on the size of the muffins.
Yes. No need to thaw them before adding to the batter.
Overbaking can cause dryness. Remove it from the oven when the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
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Baked Oatmeal Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Ripe Banana mashed
- 1 ¾ cups Milk
- ⅓ cup Maple Syrup or Honey
- 2 Large Eggs
- 2 Tablespoons Melted Unsalted Butter
- 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
- 2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 3 cups Old Fashioned Oats
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ cup Roughly Chopped Pecans divided
- 1 Pint Fresh Blueberries or 2 cups Frozen Blueberries
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 9×9 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash 1 ripe banana.
- Stir in 1¾ cups milk, ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey, 2 large eggs, 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Add 3 cups old fashioned oats, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon salt. Stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in 1 pint fresh blueberries and ¼ cup roughly chopped pecans.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup chopped pecans evenly over the top and gently press them into the batter.
- Bake for 42–45 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Love, love, love this recipe I make it all the time only leave out the nuts because of allergies.
Christine – So glad you love it as much as we do! Thanks for leaving a comment.
This looks absolutely delicious and so easy! I’m definitely going to make this recipe. Yummy!!
Marsha – Can’t for you to try it!
We loved this Baked Oatmeal so much and was perfect to meal prep for the week.