Description
A warm, wholesome breakfast bake made with hearty barley and naturally sweet bananas. This nutritious and easy-to-make dish is perfect for meal prep and provides a nourishing start to your day with simple, wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked barley
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Optional Add-ins
- Chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans
- Raisins
- Chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish to prevent sticking, ensuring an even bake.
- Mix wet ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, milk, egg, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Stir well until fully blended.
- Add barley and extras. Gently fold the cooked barley into the banana mixture. If desired, add in your chosen optional ingredients like nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.
- Transfer to baking dish. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out smoothly.
- Bake the mixture. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the bake is set and lightly golden on top.
- Cool and serve. Allow the bake to cool slightly before cutting and serving. Enjoy warm for a comforting breakfast.
Notes
- This breakfast bake is excellent for make-ahead meal prep, saving you time on busy mornings.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, keeping the bake fresh.
- Reheat servings with a splash of milk to restore moisture and warmth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy / International
