Blueberry Banana Baked Oatmeal Cups Recipe
Delicious and wholesome Blueberry Banana Baked Oatmeal Cups that combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and blueberries with hearty rolled oats, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack. These baked oatmeal cups are easy to prepare, packed with flavor, and have a soft, moist texture that makes them an ideal grab-and-go treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 oatmeal cups 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed bananas (2–3 bananas)
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2/3 cup almond milk or milk of your choice
Fruit
- 1 and 1/2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard muffin pan with baking spray or line it with paper liners to prevent sticking, then set aside.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, egg, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and almond milk. Whisk these ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add the old-fashioned rolled oats, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon to the wet ingredients. Whisk gently until all components are evenly incorporated into a batter.
- Fold in Blueberries: Carefully fold the blueberries into the batter, ensuring they are distributed throughout without breaking them up, especially if using frozen berries.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Optionally, add a few extra blueberries on top of each cup for decoration.
- Bake: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of a cup; it should come out clean. If you are using frozen blueberries, bake a few extra minutes as necessary.
- Cool: After baking, allow the oatmeal cups to cool in the pan for 5 to 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely to avoid sogginess.
- Store: Store the cooled oatmeal cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, maintaining freshness.
Notes
- You can use either fresh or frozen blueberries. If using frozen, do not thaw them beforehand and fold them gently to avoid coloring the batter.
- Frozen blueberries may require additional baking time, a few minutes longer than fresh blueberries.
- Allow the baked oatmeal cups to cool completely before storing to prevent moisture buildup and sogginess.
- For egg substitution, options include flax egg, applesauce, or commercial egg replacers, especially suitable for those with egg allergies.
- Using old-fashioned rolled oats rather than instant oatmeal is recommended for optimal texture.
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