This wholesome baked oatmeal brings together the classic comfort of peanut butter and banana with a nourishing twist. Shredded zucchini is incorporated seamlessly into the mix, resulting in a moist texture and bonus nutrition. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup, each bite is rich, soft and satisfying. This baked oatmeal is perfect for a cozy weekend breakfast or a healthy snack!
Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly spray a 9” square baking dish with cooking spray (or line with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray).
In a medium sized bowl, add oats, cinnamon, baking powder and salt. Whisk together.
In a large mixing bowl, mash your ripe banana until a smooth consistency is formed. Add milk, peanut butter, maple syrup, eggs and vanilla extract. Stir well.
Add dry ingredients to the same bowl, and gently mix well.
Gently fold in shredded zucchini. Do not squeeze out the moisture from the zucchini. Once mixed well, add the mixture to your 9” casserole dish and spread evenly with rubber spatula.
Place dish in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the top begins to brown.
Remove from oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes, then cut into 9 pieces and serve. Option to top with extra banana slices and peanut butter drizzle. Enjoy!
Notes
To make this recipe dairy-free, you can use almond milk or another milk alternative.
Feeling adventurous? Add chia seeds, flax seeds or hemp seeds for some extra fiber with the dry ingredients.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator and enjoy within 4 days.