Can I make this without banana?

Yes, just replace the banana with applesauce or pumpkin puree for moisture and increase the maple syrup slightly for sweetness.

Absolutely, as long as you're using certified gluten-free oats.

Can I prep this the night before?

Definitely assemble everything, cover the baking dish, and refrigerate overnight. Bake in the morning as directed.

Do I need to toast the pecans first?

It's optional, but toasting adds a deeper flavor and extra crunch.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes! Use a 9x13-inch pan and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, checking for doneness.

What if I want more sweetness?

Drizzle extra maple syrup on top before serving, or stir in a few tablespoons of brown sugar to the wet mix.

Maple Pecan Baked Oatmeal for Cozy Mornings

Irresistible Maple Pecan Baked Oatmeal Recipe

Recipe by Liliya

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Total Time45 minutes
Yield9 squares 1x
DietGluten Free

This irresistible Maple Pecan Baked Oatmeal is cozy, naturally sweetened, and meal-prep friendly. With warm cinnamon, toasty pecans, and creamy banana, it’s the perfect breakfast to nourish and satisfy.

Ingredients

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2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
½ cup chopped pecans, divided
2 ripe bananas, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon baking powder
1½ teaspoons cinnamon
Scant ½ teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
¼ cup pure maple syrup (plus more for serving)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups unsweetened almond milk
1 egg (or flax egg: 1 tbsp flaxseed + 3 tbsp water)
Cooking spray or coconut oil (for greasing pan)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
In a bowl, mix oats, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and half of the pecans.
In another bowl, whisk together almond milk, egg or flax egg, maple syrup, vanilla, and melted coconut oil.
Arrange banana slices on the bottom of the greased dish.
Pour the wet mixture over the bananas.
Sprinkle the oat mixture on top and gently stir everything together in the pan.
Top with the remaining pecans.
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until golden and set.
Let cool slightly, slice, and drizzle with maple syrup to serve.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze individual squares for up to 2 months.
Great for meal prep: wrap slices individually for grab-and-go breakfasts or work snacks.
Reheat in microwave or oven; add a splash of milk if it seems dry.
Customize with berries, different nuts, chocolate chips, or apple chunks for variation.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square
Calories: 230 kcal
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 20mg

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