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Easy 4 Ingredient Oatmeal Cups

These Easy 4 Ingredient Oatmeal Cups are a convenient, healthy breakfast or snack made with oats, bananas, milk, and vanilla. They're perfect for meal prep and versatile enough to suit your daily routine.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups rolled oats Provides structure and a chewy texture.
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Acts as a sweetener and binder.
  • 1 cup milk (or a dairy-free alternative) Adds creaminess and hydrates the oats.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances the flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, mashed bananas, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  3. Divide the mixture evenly among the muffin tin slots, filling each about 3/4 full.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
  2. Allow to cool slightly before removing from the tin.
Serving and Storage
  1. Serve warm or allow to cool completely and store in the refrigerator or freezer.

Notes

These oatmeal cups are perfect for meal prep and can be easily customized with toppings like nut butter or yogurt. They can be stored in the refrigerator for 4-5 days or frozen for 2-3 months.