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This baked oats recipe feels like eating dessert for breakfast, but with whole grains, eggs, and natural sweetness, they are healthy and filling!
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Ever since baked oats recipes started showing up all over my For You Page on TikTok, I knew I needed to try them! I am not a huge fan of traditional oatmeal, especially the texture. However, I am a huge fan of these baked oats. Make this baked oat recipe in less than 30 minutes and start your day off with a delicious amount of flavor!
The baked oats are the perfect way to wake up in the morning! Not only are they delicious but they are healthy too! The texture is so cakey and smooth! I love adding lots of toppings and experimenting with flavors. If you want a filling, delicious, healthy breakfast in under 30 minutes, this recipe is for you!
Ingredients for Oven Baked Oats Recipe
TikTok baked oats recipe is just like eating cake for breakfast! It is loaded with a handful of healthy ingredients that are right in your pantry or easy to store to make this time and time again. Start with your basic ingredients and make the most popular baked oats ever!
- Oats – For this TikTok recipe, rolled oats or old-fashioned quick oats work best. Rolled oats will give you the cake-like texture you want. You can also use oat flour if desired.
- Bananas – Bananas add a thick texture and a sweetness to the baked oats. Make sure the bananas are really ripe, otherwise they won’t blend well.
- Eggs – Eggs are what help give the baked oats a cake-like texture. They also add a good amount of protein!
- Baking Powder – Baking powder is a leavening agent that helps the oats rise when they bake.
- Salt – Just a pinch of salt will add a depth of flavor!
- Sweetener – You do not have to add sweeteners, but I like to. You can use dates, maple syrup, honey, agave, brown sugar, vanilla extract, or Stevia.
- Milk – This is optional if you would like to add in milk. You can replace either one banana or one egg with ½ cup milk in this recipe. You can use dairy-free milk such as almond milk, oat milk, coconut milk, cashew milk, or soy milk.
How to Make Homemade TikTok Baked Oats
In just three easy steps, you will have the best-baked oats recipe! Once baked the oats taste like a mixture of cake and muffins combined. Blend together and place in a baking dish or casserole dish when making it for your family. In under 30 minutes, you will be enjoying the TikTok baked oats recipe!
- Blend – Preheat oven to 350. Place all ingredients, except for the toppings in a blender. Blend until smooth, about 1 minute.
- Prepare – Spray ramekins or another type of baking dish with cooking spray. Pour the batter into the ramekins. Add toppings if desired.
- Bake in the oven – Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out mostly clean with just a few crumbs.
Toppings for the Best Baked Oats Recipe
The best part about baked oats is the toppings! There are so many fun toppings to try. You can have sweet or savory or a combination of both. Let us know your favorite toppings in the comments below!
- Fruit – Bananas, blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, apples, pears are always fresh and delicious!
- Nuts and Seeds – Add a bit of a crunch in each bite with almonds, pecans, walnuts, pepitas, chia seeds, flax seeds, sunflower seeds.
- Spreads – Nut butter, cookie butter, hazelnut spread, jam, or almond butter are all great add-ins to try with this TikTok baked oats recipe!
- Spices – Sprinkle some cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, chai spice, or even cocoa powder to make this extra flavorful breakfast!
- Sweeteners – Stir in honey, maple syrup, agave, chocolate chips, or brown sugar for a sweeter baked oats recipe.
Variations
You can’t go wrong with all the toppings for this baked oats recipe! Take it to the next level by making special variations and setting up the perfect combinations from the list we have. Create your favorite variation and let us know which one is the best version of this TikTok baked oats recipe!
- Banana Bread – Make your favorite bread into a baked oats recipe. Use bananas, walnuts, and cinnamon stirred together.
- PB&J – Now this is a fun one! Jam, peanut butter, peanuts, and berries. You will love this classic flavor.
- Blueberry Muffin – Make is another breakfast favorite with vanilla, brown sugar, and blueberries.
- Banana Berry – Bananas, strawberries, and raspberries for a fruity oat recipe.
- Reese’s – The perfect combination might be this one with peanut butter and chocolate chips. Super simple to make!
- Chunky Monkey – Who doesn’t love a good bananas, peanut butter, and chocolate chips combo!
- Pumpkin Pie – For all those pumpkin spice and fall lovers. This pumpkin pie spice and vanilla extract will take you to fall for a savory baked oat recipe.
- Brownie – Chocolate lovers this one is for you! Cocoa powder and chocolate chips. That’s all and you will love how chocolatey it is!
Adding More Protein to Baked Oats
Adding protein to baked oats is easy! You can add chia seeds to the batter. You can also mix a scoop of protein powder and a little milk or water to the batter. Chocolate protein powder is a great addition! You can also swirl some peanut butter or other nut butter into the batter before baking.
Recipe Tip
When it is time to add toppings, you can sprinkle them on top or mix them into the oat batter.
“Wow! These were fantastic and such a great way to start the day! Made the banana berry and the brownie and both were incredible. Can’t wait to try more!”
-Brandy
FAQ
Rolled oats are oats that have been separated from the husk, steamed, and flattened. Rolled oats work well for baked oats because they soften quicker than other types of oats. For example, steel-cut oats are not steamed or rolled, they are just cut into thin slices. They don’t work well in baking because they won’t soften.
Oats are healthy in their own way! They contain fiber which lowers blood glucose and cholesterol levels. All the health benefits help reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes.
Allowing the baked oats to bake for at least 20 to 25 minutes will ensure that your oats are not runny. If you remove your baked oats too soon from the oven they will not be cooked all the way and leave a runny topping with a mushy and gooey center.
Yes! This baked oatmeal recipe contains dairy and eggs which need to be refrigerated once it has cooled from baking.
Baked oats can be made vegan by replacing the eggs with flax egg or with non-dairy milk.
As long as you use certified gluten-free oats then yes!
Storing Leftovers
These TikTok baked oats are irresistible but also a great way to plan meal prep or be prepared for breakfast with kiddos. Store any leftover batter or baked oats in the refrigerator, at room temperature, or freeze the leftovers. Make the most of your day by having a delicious baked oat breakfast in the morning!
- Refrigerator – Wrap any leftovers tightly with plastic wrap and keep them in the fridge or at room temperature. Reheat in the microwave when ready to enjoy! Keep the baked oats in an airtight or plastic wrap stored in the fridge for a week-long or on the countertop at room temperature for 48 hours.
- Freezing – You can freeze the baked oats before or after baking and it will keep for up to 3 months when tightly wrapped and stored properly in the freezer.
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How to Make Baked Oats Recipe
Baked Oats Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats or old-fashioned oats
- 2 bananas small and ripe
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- pinch of salt
- toppings if desired
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350. Place all ingredients (except toppings) in blender.
- Blend until smooth, about 1 minute.
- Spray ramekins (or other oven-safe dish) with cooking spray. Pour into ramekins. Add toppings if desired.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out mostly clean with just a few crumbs.
Wow! These were fantastic and such a great way to start the day! Made the banana berry and the brownie and both were incredible. Can’t wait to try more!
I love your flavor combo suggestions! So many different options!