Baked Oatmeal Recipe (Easy, Vegan, Any Flavor)

Name: Baked Oatmeal Recipe (Easy, Vegan, Any Flavor)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 medium ripe(s) banana ((or 1/2 cup applesauce)); 1 ½ cup(s) plant-based milk ((such as oat or soy)); ¼ cup(s) maple syrup; 2 tablespoon(s) melted vegan butter ((or coconut oil or neutral oil)); 1 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract; 2 1/2 cup(s) rolled oats; 2 teaspoon(s) baking powder; 1 teaspoon(s) cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon(s) salt; 1 cup(s) fruit (fresh or frozen blueberries, raspberries, chopped strawberries, diced apples, pears, peaches, or sliced bananas); 1/4 cup(s) nuts or seeds (chopped walnuts, pecans, sliced almonds, pistachios, sunflower seeds, or pumpkin seeds); 1/4 cup(s) sweet or fun add-ins (chocolate chips, shredded coconut, dried cranberries, chopped dates, or raisins); flavor boosters

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Baked Oatmeal Recipe (Easy, Vegan, Any Flavor)

This cozy baked oatmeal is warm, hearty, and made with simple pantry ingredients. It’s naturally vegan, mixed in one bowl, and endlessly customizable with your favorite fruits, nuts, or flavors. Perfect for meal prep or lazy weekend mornings.

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Prep Time5

Cook Time40

Total Time45

Meal Type: Baking, Breakfast, Snacks

Keyword: breakfast, healthy, meal prep, oat

Special: 10 Ingredients or Less, Freezer-Friendly, Gluten-Free, Kid-Friendly, Oil-Free, Seasonal (Cold Weather)

Tool: Oven

Ingredient: Bananas, oats

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Servings: 9

Ingredients

1 medium ripe(s) banana (or 1/2 cup applesauce)
1 ½ cup(s) plant-based milk (such as oat or soy)
¼ cup(s) maple syrup
2 tablespoon(s) melted vegan butter (or coconut oil or neutral oil)
1 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract
2 1/2 cup(s) rolled oats
2 teaspoon(s) baking powder
1 teaspoon(s) cinnamon
¼ teaspoon(s) salt

Optional Add-Ins (choose your favorites, about 1 to 1½ cups total)

1 cup(s) fruit fresh or frozen blueberries, raspberries, chopped strawberries, diced apples, pears, peaches, or sliced bananas
1/4 cup(s) nuts or seeds chopped walnuts, pecans, sliced almonds, pistachios, sunflower seeds, or pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup(s) sweet or fun add-ins chocolate chips, shredded coconut, dried cranberries, chopped dates, or raisins
flavor boosters a pinch of nutmeg, ginger, or cardamom for warmth; 2–3 teaspoons lemon or orange zest for brightness; or 1–2 tablespoons nut butter swirled on top for richness

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Instructions

Preheat: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking dish.
Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the banana. Whisk in the plant-based milk, maple syrup, melted butter or oil, and vanilla.
Add dry ingredients: Stir in the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until combined. Fold in any fruit, nuts, or other add-ins.
Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and spread evenly. Swirl in nut butter if using. Bake for 35–40 minutes, until golden on top and set in the center.
Cool & serve: Let cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with vegan yogurt or a splash of plant milk, and your favorite toppings like fresh fruit, nuts, or a drizzle of maple syrup.

Notes

Fridge: Allow to cool, then store covered for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.

Freezer: Slice into portions, wrap individually, and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat straight from frozen or thaw overnight in the fridge.

Flavor Combo Ideas:

Blueberry Almond: blueberries + sliced almonds + lemon zest
Apple Cinnamon: diced apples + walnuts + pinch of nutmeg
Banana Bread: mashed banana + pecans + chocolate chips
Peach Cobbler: peaches + almonds + shredded coconut
Tropical: chopped pineapple + mango + cashews + shredded coconut

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