Healthy Oatmeal Surprises

Discover the perfect balance of wholesome nutrition and delightful flavor with these "Healthy Oatmeal Surprises"! Packed with fiber-rich rolled oats, naturally sweet mashed bananas, and a hint of warm cinnamon, these baked treats are ideal for busy mornings or a guilt-free snack on the go. Studded with crunchy nuts, chewy dried cranberries or raisins, and optional dark chocolate chips, each bite delivers a burst of texture and sweetness without being overly indulgent. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe takes just 15 minutes of prep time and yields 12 fluffy, golden oatmeal bites that are naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup. Whether you’re looking for a gluten-free breakfast option or a crowd-pleasing healthy dessert, these oatmeal surprises are baked to perfection and can be stored for days of convenient enjoyment.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 medium banana (mashed)
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or almonds
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries or raisins
• 0.25 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners, or lightly grease each cup with nonstick spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the almond milk, vanilla extract, and honey (or maple syrup). Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until the mixture is evenly moistened.

Step 5

Gently fold in the chopped nuts, dried cranberries (or raisins), and dark chocolate chips, if using, until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Evenly divide the batter among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 of the way full.

Step 7

Bake the oatmeal bites in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the bites cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Enjoy immediately, or store the oatmeal surprises in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	899.6 grams (899.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1982

Total Fat 74.70g	96%
Saturated Fat 16.90g	85%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1198mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 309.30g	112%
Dietary Fiber 37.20g	133%
Total Sugars 148.30g
Protein 45.90g	92%

Vitamin D 88IU	439%
Calcium 641mg	49%
Iron 16mg	90%
Potassium 2283mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.1%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 59.1%