baked oatmeal: breakfast on-the-go!

These baked oatmeal cups include creamy almond butter + chocolate chips and takes just 35 minutes to make.

Busy mornings can make it tempting to hit the drive-thru for your first meal of the day.

That’s why we love adding options like these baked oatmeal cups – you can make a batch ahead of time and grab a few as you head out the door.

Baked oatmeal cups will become a lifesaver.

THE YUMMIEST WAY TO GRAB AND GO!

Even though they’re great on their own, you can pair them with your favorite smoothie.

Trust us, this recipe is easy to make and has a nutty, chocolate flavor.

INGREDIENTS THAT BOOST ENERGY

If you’re looking for slow digesting carbohydrates that don’t spike blood sugar levels, the oats in this recipe do just that.

Oats are also high in beta-glucan: a soluble fiber that helps reduce cholesterol levels.

In addition, the almond butter in these baked oatmeal cups add a great nutty taste.

Even more, almonds are a great source of antioxidants; the free radical fighters that protect our body against cancer, heart disease and other illnesses.

TIPS FOR MAKING THESE CUPS

1. If you’re eating dairy-free, use dairy-free milk and dairy-free chocolate chips.
2. Boost the anti-inflammatory power (and crunch factor) by adding in some cacao nibs.

MORE HEALTHY RECIPES

Want more oats in your life?

These easy-to-make energy bites will do the trick. Get it here -> oat energy bites.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

* 1 heaping cup ripe mashed banana ½ cup creamy almond butter

* 2 eggs

* 2 tbsp. pure maple syrup

* 2/3 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 tsp. vanilla extract

* 2 cups old fashioned rolled GF oats 1 tsp. baking powder

* 1 tsp. cinnamon

* ¼ tsp. salt

* ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips, plus 2 tbsp. for sprinkling on top

HOW TO MAKE THEM

1. Preheat oven to 350F then line a 12-cup muffin pan with muffin liners and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the mashed banana, almond butter, eggs, maple syrup, almond milk and vanilla until smooth and well combined.
3. Next, stir in oats, baking powder, cinnamon and salt -stir well to combine. Then fold in ⅓ cup chocolate chips into batter.
4. Evenly distribute oatmeal batter between muffin liners. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top and bake for 20-25 minutes. Top with almond butter before serving, if desired.

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