Banana baked oatmeal cups are a simple grab-and-go breakfast made with oats, ripe bananas, and Greek yogurt, baked into soft, naturally sweet cups that are filling, wholesome, and perfect to make ahead for busy mornings.
For more oat breakfast recipes, check out our banana baked oatmeal, Greek yogurt overnight oats, blueberry baked oatmeal, and baked oatmeal cups with mixed berries.
A Healthy Baked Oatmeal Cups Recipe Perfect for Breakfast or Snacks
Banana baked oatmeal cups are one of those breakfasts Louise and I just can’t stop making. Lately we’ve been a little obsessed with baked oats, and baking them in a muffin pan just makes life easier. You get soft, naturally sweet oat cups that are perfect to grab on busy mornings. 🍌
They’re made with oats, ripe bananas, and Greek yogurt, which keeps them soft, satisfying, and nourishing. Add walnuts or a few dark chocolate chips on top and they start to feel like a small treat.
They’re fiber-rich, protein-rich, and naturally sweetened, making them a lovely option for a balanced breakfast or snack.
We love making a batch ahead because they keep well in the fridge and reheat beautifully. Warm one up and you’ve got a cozy, nourishing bite that feels homemade and comforting. 🥣✨
P.S. If you enjoy easy make-ahead breakfasts, you might also like our blueberry muffins with Greek yogurt, banana overnight oats, and banana oatmeal muffins. 🍌🫐
Ingredients
Full ingredients and substitutions are in the recipe box below.
- Ripe bananas: They naturally sweeten the cups and help bind everything together. Substitute unsweetened applesauce or mashed sweet potato if needed.
- Rolled oats: The base of these banana oat breakfast cups, giving them a hearty texture. Quick oats work too, but avoid steel-cut oats as they won’t soften properly.
- Greek yogurt: Adds creaminess and protein. You can use low-fat Greek yogurt or Skyr for even more protein.
- Milk: Helps loosen the batter so the oats bake soft and tender. Use dairy milk, almond milk, oat milk, or soy milk.
- Honey: Adds gentle sweetness. Maple syrup or mashed dates work well too.
- Egg: Helps the easy baked oatmeal cups hold their shape. You can use a flax egg if you prefer an egg-free option.
- Vanilla extract: Adds warm flavor. You can skip it or substitute almond extract for a slightly different taste.
- Cinnamon: Brings cozy flavor to these meal prep oatmeal cups. Pumpkin spice or apple pie spice also work well.
- Baking powder: Helps the cups rise slightly and stay light.
- Walnuts or pecans: Add crunch and richness. You can swap raisins, chopped dates, sunflower seeds, or dark chocolate chips. We added a mix of nuts and dark chocolate pieces.
How to Make Banana Baked Oatmeal Cups
Step 1. Mix the wet ingredients
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan.
In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth. A few small lumps are fine.
Add the Greek yogurt, milk, honey, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture looks smooth and creamy.
This simple base helps keep the banana oatmeal breakfast cups soft and naturally sweet.
Step 2. Add the oats
Add the rolled oats, cinnamon, and baking powder to the bowl.
Stir well until everything is evenly mixed and no dry oats remain.
Step 3. Stir in the add-ins
Fold in chopped walnuts, pecans, raisins, or dark chocolate chips.
You can add one mix-in or combine two for extra texture and flavor. These small additions make the banana oatmeal snack cups feel a little special.
Step 4. Fill the pan
Spoon the mixture into the muffin pan. Fill each cup almost to the top. If you like, place a thin slice of banana on top of each cup before baking.
Step 5. Bake and cool
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 to 23 minutes, until the tops look lightly golden and feel set in the center.
Let the cups cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. Then run a small knife around the edges and lift them out.
They will firm up as they cool, making them perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
Tips
- Use very ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful the cups. Look for bananas with brown spots.
- Don’t skip the egg: The egg helps the cups hold together so they lift easily from the pan.
- Mix until the oats are fully coated: Stir well so there are no dry oats. This helps the cups bake evenly.
- Let the batter sit for 3–5 minutes: This gives the oats time to absorb some liquid and improves the final texture.
- Grease the muffin pan well: Even nonstick pans benefit from a light coating of oil so the cups release easily.
- Add texture with mix-ins: Nuts, raisins, seeds, or dark chocolate chips make the cups more satisfying.
- Try a banana slice on top: It caramelizes slightly in the oven and makes the cups look extra inviting.
- Let them cool before removing: They firm up as they cool and hold their shape better.
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe was tested with rolled oats, which give the cups the best texture. Quick oats may work, but they absorb liquid differently and could make the cups softer. If you try it, the baking time and texture may change slightly.
Yes. You can replace the egg with a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 2½ tablespoons water). Let it sit for a few minutes before adding it to the batter.
Yes. These cups are great for meal prep. Bake a batch, let them cool, then store them in the fridge. When you’re ready to eat, warm one in the microwave for about 20–30 seconds. They’re perfect for busy mornings when you want a quick grab and go oatmeal breakfast.
Baked oatmeal cups will look soft when they first come out of the oven. Let them cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. As they cool, they firm up and hold their shape better. If they still feel very soft, they may just need a few extra minutes in the oven next time.
Absolutely. Let the cups cool completely, then store them in a freezer-safe bag or container. They freeze well for up to about 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for a quick grab and go oatmeal breakfast.
Store the cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. They firm up slightly as they chill. Reheat briefly in the microwave or enjoy them cold.
Yes. This recipe is very flexible. Try chopped nuts, raisins, blueberries, chopped dates, seeds, or dark chocolate chips. You can also combine two mix-ins for extra flavor and texture.
More Healthy Breakfast Recipes
- Blueberry chia pudding with Greek yogurt
- Baked apple oatmeal with Greek yogurt
- Banana oatmeal muffins
- Greek yogurt blueberry pancakes
- Greek yogurt banana smoothie
- Morning glory muffins
- Apple chia pudding
- Strawberry overnight oats with Greek yogurt
Fore even more ideas, check out our 25 Healthy Make-Ahead Breakfasts.
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Banana Baked Oatmeal Cups With Greek Yogurt
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Equipment
- 12-cup muffin pan
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1½ cups rolled oats
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup milk any
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans, or raisins or dark chocolate chips, or combine 2 add-ins
Instructions
- Mix the wet ingredients: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan.In a large bowl, mash 2 ripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth (small lumps are okay). Add 1 cup Greek yogurt, ⅓ cup milk, ¼ cup honey, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Add the dry ingredients: Add 1½ cups rolled oats, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon baking powder. Stir well until everything is evenly mixed and no dry oats remain.
- Add mix-ins: Stir in ¼ cup chopped walnuts, pecans, raisins, or dark chocolate chips. You can use one or mix two together (¼ cup for each).
- Fill the pan: Spoon the mixture into the muffin pan, filling each cup almost to the top. If you like, place a thin banana slice on top of each cup.
- Bake and cool: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–23 minutes, until the tops are lightly golden and the centers feel set. Let the cups cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then run a small knife around the edges and lift them out.
Notes
- Rolled oats → Quick oats (avoid steel-cut oats)
- Greek yogurt → Low-fat Greek yogurt, Skyr, plain dairy-free yogurt
- Milk → Dairy milk, almond milk, oat milk, soy milk
- Honey → Maple syrup, mashed dates
- Egg → Flax egg
- Vanilla extract → Almond extract, or skip it
- Cinnamon → Pumpkin spice, apple pie spice
- Baking powder → No direct substitute (needed for lift)
- Walnuts or pecans → Raisins, chopped dates, sunflower seeds, dark chocolate chips
- Use very ripe bananas → Brown spots mean sweeter, more flavorful cups.
- Don’t skip the egg → It helps the cups hold together and lift out easily.
- Stir well → Make sure all oats are coated so they bake evenly.
- Let the batter rest 3–5 minutes → This helps the oats soften and improves texture.
- Grease the muffin pan well → Even nonstick pans need a little oil.
- Add mix-ins for texture → Nuts, raisins, seeds, or dark chocolate chips work great.
- Top with a banana slice → It caramelizes slightly and looks pretty.
- Cool before removing → The cups firm up as they cool.
- Storage → Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
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These are good. My husband really likes them. They are moist and are not very sweet which I like. I used maple syrup. I love all the info on swaps as well. Making them again.
The first time I tried these and they are delicious. I gave them 23 mins in my new oven. I think I will add another minute or two next time but they turned out moist and sweet with the added raisins. 100% I will be making another batch very soon. Thank you for the recipe.
Can I substitute the banana for apple or do you have another idea as my granddaughter can’t have banana?
Hi Jane,
Banana helps sweeten and bind the oatmeal cups, so we haven’t tested them with apple as a direct substitute yet. That said, some readers have had success using about ½ cup unsweetened applesauce in place of the banana in similar baked oatmeal recipes.
If you decide to try it, the flavor and texture may be a little different since banana adds natural sweetness and moisture. Let us know how it turns out if you give it a go — we’d love to hear!
All the best,
Louise
Brilliant. A healthy snack that is quick and easy to make and store amd grab and go. Finally everything I need for a lunchbox-filler.
My family loved the taste and texture of these, and asked for more! We will be making them again!
I love banana oatmeal recipe
What can I substitute for egg since I can’t eat
Hi Binita,
You can replace the egg with a flax egg in this recipe. To make one, mix 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed with 2½ tablespoons water, stir, and let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until it thickens. Then add it as you would the egg.
It generally works well in baked oatmeal recipes, though the texture may be slightly softer than with a regular egg.
Hope that helps. All the best,
Louise