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    Banana Bread Oatmeal Muffin In a Mug

    April 9, 2022 · by Kelsey Sackmann · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Have you ever made an oatmeal muffin in a mug? It's the quickest, most delicious breakfast or afternoon treat you'll ever make! With just a mug, and two minutes in the microwave, you have a cup full of "banana bread" and a belly full of fiber.

    Got 2 minutes? Then, you have time for a healthy breakfast! This 2 minute microwave muffin tastes just like banana bread - rich, sweet, hearty, and totally breakfast worthy.

    So if you’re tired of using your brown bananas for actual banana bread, you can change things up a bit with this banana bread oatmeal muffin!

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    • Banana Bread Oatmeal Muffin In A Mug

    Oatmeal Muffin in a Mug

    There are a ton of single-serving microwave recipes out there, but many are on the indulgent side – I'm taking to you, brownie in a mug.

    I love muffins, but hate making a whole batch if I'm the only one eating. A few years ago, someone introduced me to single-serve oatmeal microwave muffins and I've been obsessed ever since. They're a cross between baked oatmeal and muffins and are ready to go in just 2 minutes! 

    The base is always the same: oats + liquid + egg. From there, the flavor possibilities are endless (my personal favorite is banana bread, but you can find more delicious ideas at the end of this post). 

    Microwave Baked Oats

    There are so many ways to cook oatmeal - overnight, stovetop, baked , Instant Pot... but nothing is faster than using the good ol’ microwave. 

    Banana Bread Oatmeal Muffin Ingredients

    • Oatmeal: since microwave oatmeal is supposed to be a quick and easy breakfast solution, it's best to use rolled oats or instant-oatmeal. 
    • Banana: natural sweetener, adds moisture to the "muffin". Remember: riper bananas = a sweeter muffin.
    • Milk: any milk you have on hand will do the trick.
    • Egg: holds all of the ingredients together and gives recipe more of a cake-like texture.
    • Hemp seeds: for a boost of fiber and protein with a delicious, nutty flavor. Ground flaxseed would also work.
    • Maple syrup: adds a touch of sweetness.
    • Vanilla extract & cinnamon
    • Mix-ins: try adding a handful of dark chocolate chips or nuts.
    • Toppings: top with pecans, walnuts, peanut butter, or Greek yogurt.

    How To Make Baked Oats In The Microwave

    Baked oatmeal in a mug couldn't be easier! All you need is a mug and a microwave.. 🤯

    oatmeal muffin in a mug mixed in a bowl

    Combine all ingredients in a mug. If you really want another dish to wash you can mix them in a small bowl and transfer to a mug, but that seems like a lot of work.

    oatmeal muffin in a mug after 1 min in microwave

    Microwave for 1-2 minutes. If you like your oatmeal gooey, cook it for 1-1.5 minutes - it’s kind of like an underbaked oatmeal cookie (yum!). If you want baked oats to be more like cake, cook for 2 minutes until it's cake-like and fluffy.

    • Top and enjoy! I like to add a splash of milk and some peanut or almond butter. Feel free to add a dollop of yogurt or handful of nuts.

    Tip: If you’re wanting to make the TikTok baked oats, be sure to blend your oats into flour or use oat flour before combining with the other ingredients.

    Variations

    • Lemon Cheesecake: 1 tablespoon honey + 1 teaspoon lemon zest
    • Chocolate Peanut Butter: 1 tablespoon peanut butter + 1 tablespoon cocoa powder + 1 tablespoon honey
    • Apple Cinnamon: diced apple + 1 teaspoon cinnamon + 1 teaspoon maple syrup
    • Blueberry muffin: handful of blueberries + 1 tablespoon almond butter + 1 tablespoon maple syrup + 1 teaspoon cinnamon

    What are you waiting for? Grab a mug and a microwave and get cooking! And don't forget to rate and review once you've tried them!

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    Banana Bread Oatmeal Muffin In A Mug

    The quickest, most delicious breakfast or afternoon treat you'll ever make. With just a mug, and two minutes in the microwave, you have a cup full of "banana bread" and a belly full of fiber!
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time: 3 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 2 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Author Kelsey Sackmann

    Ingredients

    • 1 pack instant oatmeal*
    • ½ ripe banana, mashed
    • 1 tablespoon milk
    • 1 egg
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon hemp seeds
    • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
    • chocolate chips optional

    Optional Toppings:

    • crushed walnuts or pecans
    • melted peanut butter
    • blueberries
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    Instructions

    • Gently mix all ingredients (including chocolate chips, if using) in a small bowl.
    • Pour into a microwave safe mug and microwave for 2 minutes. If still a little wet, microwave in 15 second intervals until cooked through.
    • Eat in the mug as is or invert onto a plate.

    Notes

    Any single serve oatmeal packet or cup will do! You can also use ½ cup rolled oats.
    Tried this recipe?Don't forget to tag @kelseyandcooperskitchen!

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