Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal Cups
Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal Cups are an easy, healthy, and portable breakfast or snack option made with simple, wholesome ingredients. Naturally sweetened and packed with fiber and protein, these oatmeal cups are perfect for meal prepping and fueling busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 25min
- Total Time: 35min
- Yield: 12 oatmeal cups
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
2 ripe bananas, mashed
1/2 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
Optional mix-ins: mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, dried fruit
Instructions
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Preheat oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
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Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Add dry ingredients: Add oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to combine.
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Add milk: Pour in milk and mix until evenly incorporated. Fold in optional mix-ins if using.
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Fill muffin tin: Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
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Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool and serve: Let cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
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Chocolate Peanut Butter: Add mini chocolate chips for a dessert-like version.
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Nut-Free Version: Use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
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Berry Boost: Mix in fresh or frozen berries for a fruity twist.
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Extra Protein: Add a scoop of protein powder, adjusting milk if needed.
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Spiced Option: Add a dash of nutmeg, cardamom, or pumpkin spice for extra warmth.
