Baked oatmeal is a great way to start the day. It’s sort of like bread pudding, but with lots more texture, flavor and, yes, nutrition. Not only can this recipe can be prepared in a single bowl, but it’s guaranteed to keep you cozy and satisfied all morning. One great thing about it is that you can make it on the weekend, and then heat up a slice (or scoop) every day to get you through your mornings all week long. It’s also a very flexible recipe, so you could vary the ingredients slightly every time, and never make it exactly the same way twice!

Ingredients:
3 cups rolled oats
2 large eggs
1 and 3/4 cups milk of your choice (dairy, oat, soy, hemp, almond)
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup melted coconut oil or butter
1 ripe banana
2 Tbsp. almond butter or peanut butter
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. baking powder

Optional additions to mix in or sprinkle on top:
1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced) or blueberries
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
1/2 cup dried apricots or peaches, diced small or sliced thinly
1/2 cup almonds, walnuts, or pecans, chopped coarsely
1 banana, sliced thin

Ingredients:
Preheat oven to 350F, and grease a 9×9 baking dish.
Whisk eggs in a large bowl, add mashed banana,  and add the remaining ingredients. Mix well.
Add the batter to the baking dish, and bake immediately for 35-40 minutes until the center appears just barely set.
Remove baking dish from oven, and allow to cool for 5 minutes prior to serving.

You might also consider adding a couple of tablespoons of Greek yogurt (dairy or non-dairy) on top!