Breakfast Oat Muffins
on Apr 16, 2025
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Looking for a quick, nutritious, and kid-approved breakfast? These Breakfast Oat Muffins are a toddler mom’s dream! Packed with wholesome oats, bananas, and peanut butter, these muffins are naturally sweetened and come together in minutes—perfect for busy mornings or grab-and-go snacks.
Why These Breakfast Oat Muffins are Perfect for Toddlers and Families
✅ No refined sugar – naturally sweetened with bananas and a touch of maple syrup
✅ One-bowl recipe – easy clean-up for busy parents
✅ Great for little hands – soft texture and perfect size for toddlers
✅ Freezer-friendly – make ahead for stress-free mornings
✅ Customizable – swap in your kid’s favorite mix-ins like berries, raisins, or chopped nuts
These are the best oat muffins for toddlers, and they’re made with just a handful of pantry staples!
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (or any nut/seed butter)
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips (or blueberries, raisins, etc.)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease or line a mini or regular muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Add the peanut butter, oats, maple syrup, and chocolate chips. Mix everything together until well combined.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared muffin tins, filling each cup about 3/4 full. Pack the mixture down.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until the muffins are firm and golden around the edges.
- Let them cool before removing from the tin.
Storage Instructions
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave for 20–30 seconds or pop in the toaster oven.
Tips & Add-Ins
- Make it nut-free with sunflower seed butter or wow butter
- Add chia seeds or ground flaxseed for extra nutrition
- Skip the chocolate chips and do chopped fruit for a no-added-sugar option
These breakfast oat muffins for kids are a staple in our home. Whether you’re prepping for daycare lunches, a toddler breakfast on-the-go, or a healthy after-school snack, these muffins are a hit every time!
Pin it, share it, and tag @reallittlemeals on Instagram when you make them—I’d love to see your toddler enjoying their muffins! 🧁🍌
Breakfast Oat Muffins
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 ripe bananas mashed
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease or line a regular muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Add the peanut butter, oats, maple syrup, and chocolate chips. Mix everything together until well combined.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared muffin tins, filling each cup about 3/4 full. Pack the mixture down.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until the muffins are firm and golden around the edges.
- Let them cool before removing from the tin.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
