If you love the comforting flavors of peanut butter and banana, this Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal is the perfect breakfast.

This warm and hearty dish combines creamy peanut butter, sweet bananas, and wholesome oats to create a baked oatmeal that’s soft, filling, and naturally sweet.

It’s perfect for busy mornings, healthy meal prep, or a cozy weekend breakfast.

🍌 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Healthy and filling breakfast
Naturally sweet from bananas
Packed with protein and fiber
Perfect for meal prep
Easy one-pan recipe
Kid-friendly breakfast

It tastes like dessert but fuels your day.

🧁 Ingredients You’ll Need

2 cups rolled oats
2 ripe bananas, mashed
2 large eggs
1 cup milk (dairy or almond milk)
⅓ cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon cinnamon
Pinch of salt

Optional Add-Ins

Chocolate chips
Chopped walnuts or pecans
Banana slices on top
Chia seeds

👩‍🍳 How to Make Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.

Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients

In a bowl mix together:

Mashed bananas
Eggs
Milk
Peanut butter
Maple syrup
Vanilla extract

Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients

Stir in:

Rolled oats
Baking powder
Cinnamon
Salt

Mix until combined.

Step 4: Add Mix-Ins

Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if desired.

Step 5: Bake

Pour mixture into baking dish.

Bake 25–30 minutes until set and lightly golden.

Step 6: Serve

Let cool slightly and cut into squares.

Serve warm with yogurt, milk, or extra peanut butter.

🔥 Tips for the Best Baked Oatmeal

Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness.
Use natural peanut butter for stronger flavor.
Do not overbake to keep it moist.
Add banana slices on top for a beautiful finish.

🍓 Delicious Variations

Peanut butter chocolate baked oatmeal
Peanut butter berry oatmeal bake
Banana walnut baked oatmeal
Protein peanut butter oatmeal bake

🥡 Storage & Meal Prep Tips

Refrigerator:
Store up to 5 days.

Freezer:
Freeze slices up to 2 months.

Reheat in microwave for quick breakfasts.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this vegan?

Yes, replace eggs with flax eggs.

Can I use quick oats?

Yes, but rolled oats give better texture.

Can I add protein powder?

Yes, add a scoop of vanilla protein powder.

Is this gluten-free?

Yes if using certified gluten-free oats.

💡 Pro Tip for Extra Flavor

Drizzle warm peanut butter and a little honey on top before serving.

Final Thoughts

This Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal is:

✔ Healthy
✔ Comforting
✔ High in protein
✔ Perfect for meal prep
✔ Delicious and satisfying

A wholesome breakfast that tastes like a treat. 🥜🍌✨