Vegan Banana Baked Oatmeal | Healthy Breakfast Made Easy!

Ingredients Checklist (Tap as You Prep)

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup mashed ripe banana (about 1 medium banana)
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup chopped dark chocolate chips (at least 70% cocoa)
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp vegan butter, melted

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) or air fryer to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, mix together oats, almond milk, mashed banana, chopped walnuts, dark chocolate chips, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until well combined. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish or air fryer basket.
2. Bake for 15 minutes in the oven or 10-12 minutes in the air fryer. Remove from the oven or air fryer and let it cool for a few minutes.
3. Scrape the oat mixture with a silicone spatula to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
4. Serve warm, topped with fresh fruit, or drizzle with almond butter for the ultimate breakfast!
5. If using the air fryer, shake the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even cooking.
6. If you want a crispy, golden-brown oatmeal, increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.