• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
freebie! download my top 8 dessert recipe ebook

Join my newsletter for latest recipes!

Erin Lives Whole

Healthy Eats + Delicious Treats

  • Recipe Index
    • Course
      • Appetizers
      • Breakfast
      • Lunch & Dinner
      • Dessert
      • Soup
      • Sides
      • Drinks
      • Snacks
      • Sauces & Dips
    • Dessert Type
      • Bars & Balls
      • Breads & Muffins
      • Brownies
      • Cakes
      • Candy
      • Cookies
      • Frozen
      • Pie & Cobbler
      • Other
    • Diet
      • Dairy-Free
      • Gluten-Free
      • Nut-Free
      • Paleo Friendly
      • Vegan
      • Vegetarian
    • Method
      • 30 Minute or Less
      • Air Fryer
      • Grill
      • Instant Pot
      • Meal Prep
      • No Bake
      • One Pot/Pan
      • Oven
      • Stove Top
    • Season
      • Fall
      • Holiday
      • Winter
      • Spring
      • Summer
    • Recipe Filter
    • All Recipes
  • Ebooks
  • Shop
  • Lifestyle
  • About
    • Work With Me
    • Contact
  • Subscribe to receive latest recipes

    Join my newsletter for latest recipes!

  • Browse by Diet
    • Gluten-Free
    • Dairy-Free
    • Nut-Free
    • Paleo Friendly
    • Vegan
    • Vegetarian
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch & Dinner
  • Drinks
  • Snacks
  • Dessert
  • Appetizers
Home By Meal Breakfast

Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal Cups

★★★★★ 37 Reviews Recipe Print
gf df
By: Erin3/24/20

This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy.

peanut butter banana oatmeal cups
peanut butter oatmeals

Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal Cups are a delicious treat perfect for breakfast, snacking, and on-the-go. Add these to your meal prep lineup for an easy, pre-made hunger fix!

peanut butter banana oatmeal cups

A delicious peanut butter banana treat

Are they muffins? Are they oatmeal? They’re both! Peanut butter banana baked oatmeal cups are a delicious blend of, well, peanut butter, banana, and oatmeal, presented in a muffin-style baked good!

These muffin cups are a wonderful breakfast option, especially if you tend to rush in the mornings! Make them for the week ahead, and then you have a quick and easy grab-and-go treat each day.

Oatmeal is notoriously filling, making this a satisfying option that’s sure to kick hunger for hours ahead. I love to eat these for breakfast, as a mid-day snack, or as a bit of pre-workout fuel!

For a savory treat, try my Egg Muffin Cups Four Ways, and you’ll have the best of both worlds.

Ingredients used to make this peanut butter recipe

To make peanut butter banana cups, we’ll be using a handful of ingredients. If you’re a serial baker like me, you probably already have most of these items in your pantry!

  • Rolled oats
  • Cinnamon
  • Salt
  • Baking powder
  • Banana
  • Peanut butter
  • Egg
  • Maple syrup
  • Vanilla
  • Almond milk
  • Mini chocolate chips

Tools used to make banana oatmeal cups

To make these muffins, you’ll need a muffin tin, nonstick spray, two mixing bowls, a mixing utensil, and a cookie scoop. Once you’ve gathered those items, it’s time to begin baking!

How to make peanut butter banana baked oatmeal cups

Oatmeal cups are simple to make and should only require 35 minutes (including baking time). In total, this recipe yields 12 delicious, fluffy “muffins!”

To make peanut butter oatmeal cups, begin by preheating your oven to 350F. Spray a muffin tin with nonstick spray.

In a large bowl, mix together the oats, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder.

Then, in a medium sized bowl, mix together the mashed banana and peanut butter. Stir in the egg until everything is well combined.

Next, add the maple syrup and vanilla.

Pour the wet ingredients into the oat mixture, then add the almond milk. Stir until everything is well combined.

Using a cookie scoop, scoop the mixture into the muffin tin and top with chocolate chips.

Bake for 25 minutes or until fully set. Once cooled, top with additional banana slices if desired.

Finally, store in the fridge, or keep in the freezer for a later date!

peanut butter banana oatmeal cups

How to make vegan-friendly banana baked cups

Hey vegans, I have good news! These muffins can be easily made into vegan-friendly treats. The only non-vegan item included in this recipe is an egg! Here are some egg substitute ideas that you can try:

  • Flax seeds: To use flax seeds in place of an egg, grind 1 tbsp of seeds in a spice or coffee grinder. Then, mix with 3 tbsp water. Stir until the seeds absorb the water and become thick.
    • Pre-ground flax seeds: If you have pre-ground seeds, you’ll be mixing 2.5 tsp with the water.
  • Chia seeds: Chia seed can be used as well! Mix 1 tbsp of chia seeds with 3 tbsp water. Like with the flax seeds, let the chia seeds absorb all of the water before adding to the batter. This will take about 15 minutes.
  • Applesauce: You can use 1/4 cup of applesauce to replace the egg.

How to make peanut butter banana baked oatmeal cups ahead of time

If you’d like, you can totally use this recipe as part of your meal prep line up. After baking, peanut butter banana cups can be stored in the fridge and will remain fresh for up to 4-5 days. You can also freeze them for up to one month.

From frozen, let the muffins thaw and then reheat by microwaving in 15 second increments.

peanut butter banana oatmeal cups

A healthier peanut butter muffin recipe

I like to make my recipes as healthy as possible, especially when it comes to baked goods. I especially like to stay away from all purpose flour and granulated sugar, instead opting for all-natural flour and sweeteners. For this recipe, you can go as natural as possible by using the all-natural version of these ingredients.

Rolled oats

Organic, all-natural rolled oats are a wonderful ingredient to use. Oats contain antioxidants and fiber and are wonderful for cholesterol and blood sugar.

Peanut butter

By opting for all-natural nut butter, you’re saving yourself from eating a long list of chemicals. Regular, processed nut butters are full of questionable ingredients and are high in bad sugars. All-natural versions are definitely the way to go. Feel free to choose your favorite type of nut butter; you don’t have to stick with peanut! Hazelnut, almond, and more will all taste great in this recipe.

Maple syrup

When choosing a maple syrup, it’s great to select one that is free of preservatives, processed sugars, and additives. Even without added sugar, regular, natural maple syrup is still delicious and sweet.

Chocolate chips

Finally, using all-natural chocolate chips is a great way to boost the nutritional benefits of these baked cups. All-natural chocolate is full of antioxidants, helps blood pressure, and boosts brain function. Dark chocolate is notoriously highest on the chocolate health scale, but you can use milk if that’s what you prefer!

Similar peanut butter recipes

If you’re a peanut butter lover like me, get excited. I have so many peanut butter recipes where these oatmeal cups came from!

  • No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
  • Healthy Peanut Butter Granola
  • Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Banana Icecream
  • Healthy Peanut Butter Fudge
peanut butter banana oatmeal cups
★★★★★ 5 from 37 reviews

Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal Cups

Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal Cups are a delicious treat perfect for breakfast, snacking, and on-the-go. Add these to your meal prep lineup for an easy, pre-made hunger fix!

Prep: 10Cook: 25Total: 35 minutes
Yield 12 muffins 1x
Print Pin it Rate

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 large banana, mashed
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips, saving some extra for topping.
  • optional: sliced banana for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F and spray muffin tin with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together oats, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder.
  3. In a medium sized bowl, mix together mashed banana and peanut butter. Stir in egg until well combined.
  4. Add in maple syrup and vanilla.
  5. Pour wet ingredients into the oat mixture, then add almond milk and chocolate chips.
  6. Stir until everything is combined well. 
  7. Using a cookie scoop, scoop into muffin tin and top with additional chocolate chips.
  8. Bake for 25 minutes or until fully set and once cooled, topped with additional banana slices if desired.
  9. Store in fridge or freezer for a later date.
Author: Erin MorrisseyCategory: breakfast, gluten-freeMethod: bakeCuisine: American
peanut butter banana oatmeal cups

Did you make this?

Leave a comment below and tag @erinliveswhole on social media!

erinliveswhole

There may be affiliate links in this post! By purchasing a product I recommend, I may receive a small compensation. However, I only recommend products I absolutely love and use myself. Thank you for supporting Erin Lives Whole, it helps keep this blog afloat 🙂

You May Also Like...

  • Raw Peanut Butter Cup Freezer Brownies
  • healthy peanut butter fudge
    Healthy Peanut Butter Fudge
  • Raw Peanut Butter Cup Freezer Brownies
  • peanut butter cups
    Protein Peanut Butter Cups
chocolate chip cookies
free ebook

get my free top 8 desserts ebook!

A dessert lover’s heaven – six healthier sweet treats all made with six ingredients or less!

download now

Join my newsletter for latest recipes!

Previous Post
Next Post

Reader Interactions

Leave a Comment Cancel reply

Have a question? Use the form below to submit your question or comment. I love seeing what you made!

Recipe rating ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆

  1. Jennifer Callery-stokes says

    Posted on 3/5 at 7:43 pm

    Make these!!! Erin’s site has been such a huge help to me as I navigate the postpartum period. I need nutritious easy meals I can eat while feeding and pumping- I actually made these in the 20 minutes it takes me to pump- with my pump on- that’s how easy they were! Thank you Erin this is a keeper

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 3/10 at 10:11 am

      Hi Jennifer, so glad you loved them and thanks for sharing! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Cathy Anderson says

    Posted on 1/27 at 7:26 pm

    Can quick oats replace rolled oats?

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 1/29 at 12:12 pm

      Hi Cathy, yep! Let me know how yours come out! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Leann says

    Posted on 1/11 at 12:19 am

    We recently added these to the rotation and they are so good! Perfect for a grab and go breakfast, on-the-go snack, and an easy dessert for the kids!
    They freeze well and you can sub the almond milk easily for whatever you happen to have.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 1/11 at 1:16 pm

      Hi Leann, so happy you all love them! 🙂

      Reply
Older Comments

Primary Sidebar

erin in front of a building

Hey there!

I’m Erin. Creator of Erin Lives Whole, a food blog with delicious and easy healthy recipes that will leave you feeling good. We’ve got everything from wholesome baked goods to comforting savory dishes. I can’t wait to see what you whip up! Read More...

grocery lists

Shop My Grocery Downloads

Do you head to the grocery store and feel overwhelmed with all of the options? Well, I've created FIVE downloadable and printable grocery lists from five different and popular grocery stores. All of my absolute must haves from Whole Foods, Target, a regular grocer, Trader Joe's, and Costco!

Shop Now

Popular Posts

chickpea brownie on a tray

Chickpea Brownies

bite out of healthy cookie dough ball

Healthy Cookie Dough Balls

cauliflower wings on plate

Buffalo Cauliflower Wings

pouring syrup on stack of oatmeal blender pancakes

Oatmeal Blender Pancakes

chocolate chip cookies

get my free top 8 desserts ebook!

A dessert lover’s heaven – six healthier sweet treats all made with six ingredients or less!

Download Now

Join my newsletter for latest recipes!

Trending Recipes

avocado corn salad

Avocado Corn Salad

cilantro lime shrimp on plate

Cilantro Lime Shrimp with Coconut Cauliflower Rice

paleo cookie skillet with ice cream

Healthy Cookie Skillet

banana bread muffin on a rack

Paleo Banana Bread Muffins

Featured On

good housekeeping logo
parade logo
feed feed logo
business insider logo
everyday health logo
country living logo
bar desserts
truffles
bar desserts
bar desserts
muffins
vanilla birthday cake with chocolate icing

Get latest updates To your inbox!

Back to Top
© 2023 Erin Lives Whole
  • Privacy Policy
Site Credits Designed by Melissa Rose Design Developed by Once Coupled