Enjoy traditional baked oats with this banana-free recipe, which promises all the flavor and texture without the banana. Perfectly moist and irresistibly flavorful, these baked oats without bananas are infused with cozy spices and sweetened with maple syrup for a wholesome breakfast or snack.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8x8 baking dish or individual ramekins.
Blended Option:
To a high-speed blender, add the rolled oats, milk, maple syrup, apple sauce, baking powder, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt. Blend until smooth.
2 cups rolled oats, 1 cup non-dairy milk, ¼ cup maple syrup, ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon salt
Whole Option:
In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
2 cups rolled oats, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon salt
Add non-dairy milk, maple syrup, applesauce, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
1 cup non-dairy milk, ¼ cup maple syrup, ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add Mix-ins:
Gently fold in chocolate chips or berries into the oat mixture.
⅓ cup dairy-free chocolate chips
Bake:
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish or divide it among individual ramekins. Top with additional chocolate chips or berries if desired.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes for the whole option, or 25-30 minutes for the blended option, or until the top is golden brown, and the oats are set. Note: ramekins will need less baking time depending on the size; adjust accordingly.
Allow the baked oats to cool for a few minutes before serving. This will allow them to set further.
Customize with additional toppings like a drizzle of nut butter, a dollop of non-dairy yogurt, or extra berries if desired. Enjoy for a delicious and wholesome breakfast or snack!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.