Breakfast / Global

Banana Cinnamon Baked Oats

A soft, sliceable oat bake with bananas and cinnamon for make-ahead breakfasts.

10 min prep 30 min cook 6 servings Easy
Baked oats with banana and berries

Ingredients

Metric

  • 250 g rolled oats
  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 2 eggs
  • 350 ml milk
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • Pinch of salt

US

  • 2 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • Pinch of salt

Method

  1. Heat the oven to 180°C / 350°F and grease a small baking dish.
  2. Mash two bananas and whisk with eggs, milk, syrup, and vanilla.
  3. Stir in oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Pour into the dish and slice the remaining banana over the top.
  5. Bake for 28 to 32 minutes until set in the middle.
  6. Rest for 10 minutes, then cut into portions.

Substitutions

Bananas

grated apple plus extra sweetener, berries

Eggs

2 flax eggs for a softer bake

Milk

oat milk, soy milk, dairy milk

Storage and Reheating

  • Refrigerate portions for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat with a splash of milk or eat cold.
  • Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.

FAQ

Can I add protein powder?

Yes. Replace 30 g oats with protein powder and add an extra splash of milk.

Why is it soft in the centre?

Baked oats set as they cool; give the dish a full 10 minutes before slicing.