Florencia Baldini Last Updated on September 25, 2025When mornings are busy, having a nutritious, ready-to-go breakfast makes all the difference. These one pan banana baked oats are a game-changer if you want to save time without compromising on taste or nutrition. Made with wholesome ingredients and baked directly in your tin, this recipe keeps things simple—no extra bowls to wash up!
With the natural sweetness of bananas, a warm hint of cinnamon, and optional chocolate chips for a little treat, these one pan banana baked oats are satisfying, versatile, and perfect for meal prep. They stay fresh for days and taste amazing paired with yoghurt for a balanced, feel-good breakfast.
Tips
- Use ripe bananas: The riper, the better—brown spots mean extra sweetness and better texture.
- Mash directly in the tin: Saves on washing up and gets everything going faster.
- Lightly oil the baking dish: I didn’t do this, my baked oats were pretty easy to remove with a spatula but oiling makes removal much easier.
- Line your tin: If not using a non-stick tin, line with baking paper for easy removal.
- Cool completely: Let it cool fully before slicing so the texture sets properly.
- Portion it out: Cut into 4 slices and store in individual containers for a grab-and-go breakfast.
- Serve with yogurt: Adds protein and creaminess—makes it more filling and balanced.
Swaps
Milk: Any unsweetened plant-based milk works—almond, oat, or coconut drink.
Honey: Use maple syrup or date syrup for a vegan option.
Chocolate chips: Swap with cacao nibs, chopped nuts, or dried fruit.
Storage
Fridge: Let the baked oats cool down completely, then store in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll keep well for up to 4 days.
Freezer: You can also freeze individual portions—wrap them or store in containers, then defrost overnight in the fridge or reheat gently in the microwave.
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One-Pan Banana Baked Oats
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Ingredients
- 3 bananas
- 3 medium eggs
- 60 ml milk, I used unsweetened soya
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 150 g rolled oats
- 40 g honey
Optional toppings
- chocolate chips
- banana, sliced
Instructions
- You can use your baking tin as a bowl: start by mashing the bananas with a fork until it turns into purée. I used a 23 × 23 cm (9 × 9 inch) square baking tray.
- Add the rest of the ingredients: eggs, milk, cinnamon, baking powder, honey and oats.
- Mix well. Add optional toppings (I used chocolate chips)
- Bake in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15–20 minutes.
- Let it cool down completely before serving.
Your site is really great. I love that you can choose between US and metric sizes. I’m always lost when only metric measurements are listed on recipes. The only other info that I would find very helpful if pan sizes were included. I’m just not great at baking and can ruin a recipe easily by using the incorrect size and then either over-baking or not cooked. Thanks for such a great size.
Thank you so much! It was really important to me to add this feature, as I know many of my US readers prefer it — so I’m so glad to hear you find it helpful. You’re absolutely right about pan sizes too — they can make such a difference, especially with baking!I used a 23 × 23 cm (9 × 9 inch) square baking tray, I have added this information to the recipe card for you! Thanks again for the thoughtful feedback, it really means a lot 😊
I just tried this recipe and it turned out absolutely delicious! Every step was perfectly explained — the instructions are so clear and easy to follow, and the photos on the website make everything even simpler.
Thank you for sharing such a wonderful recipe! Sending warm greetings all the way from Morocco ♥️
Thank you so much Sarah! I’m so happy you loved it! I put a lot of care into making my recipes easy to follow, so it means a lot to hear that you found the steps and photos helpful. Sending warm greetings back to beautiful Morocco ♥️
It was so tasty with minimum effort! 🔥 I’m a fan of easy recipes, so this will be one of my staples from now on 🤭
This makes me so happy to read 🥹🔥
That’s exactly what I hope for — big flavour, minimum effort, and an easy win you’ll actually make again.
So glad it’s earned staple status 🤩
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This genuinely made my day, thank you so much! 🥹 Comments like yours are exactly why I love doing this. I’m so happy the recipes are making your mornings easier — that’s the whole idea! And thank you for the kind words about the reels… and the hair! 😄 Happy cooking and keep me posted on how it goes! 🙌