Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts for topping
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
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In a large bowl, mix oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
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In another bowl, whisk together mashed bananas, peanut butter, maple syrup, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
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Fold in mini chocolate chips if using.
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Divide the mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
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Sprinkle chopped peanuts on top of each cup.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden and set.
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Remove from oven and let cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
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Use a knife to loosen the edges and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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