Theresa's Mixed Nuts: Banana Walnut Baked Oatmeal from Mom's Sugar Solution

Monday, April 9, 2018

Banana Walnut Baked Oatmeal from Mom's Sugar Solution

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I'm putting that disclosure up there because someone keeps sending me books and I'm not sure who they are from. I've got about 10 how-to books (all very lovely) sitting here that I don't know what to do with. Unless we've mutually agreed upon a feature, I don't just willy nilly write up reviews because someone chooses to send unsolicited material. So, to the company doing it, please stop sending out random books and contact me first. I'm very picky about what I choose to feature here and you could save us both time and hassle with a simple email inquiry.

With that said, out of all the books that have been anonymously gifted, one stood out because it was a cookbook, which you all know that I have a weakness for. Mom's Sugar Solution: 150 Low-Sugar Recipes for Your Kids' Favorite Foods, Sweet Treats, and More! arrived at my door about a month ago and I have been kind of in awe of the book since first cracking it open. While I normally wouldn't showcase an unsolicited product here, I really do love this cookbook and thought you all would love it too, so I'm going against what I normally do and am sharing it with you all today. 

Mom's Sugar Solution

While I'm not opposed to treating my family to a sugary snack once in a while, I do believe that we should cut down on the refined sugar when possible. So, I sat down and flipped through this cookbook cover to cover in hopes of finding a few tasty recipes that weren't loaded with sugar so I could cheat on the sweets that my family tends to love.

The beginning of the book is a great resource, offering up tips on how to transition your family into a low-sugar diet. It then goes on to offer up 150 recipes starting with breakfast and going all the way through dessert after dinner. At the tail end of the book, there's even a guide for simple meal plans, so if you're looking to cut down on the sugar intake, this handy chart will keep you on track.


Mom's Sugar Solution

Mom's Sugar Solution

I liked the glossy pages, pretty photography, and easy to follow recipes. I've been wanting to try several of the recipes in this book this month, but time has been very limited, so I have only had the chance to test one, and that is the Banana Walnut Baked Oatmeal.

Banana Walnut Baked Oatmeal

Banana Walnut Baked Oatmeal

Imagine a warm banana bread right out of the oven. It smells great and tastes even better. Yeah, that's what this oatmeal reminds me of. Fresh baked banana bread but in oatmeal form. Irresistible, right? I made this for a weekend breakfast and it was devoured in no time, so I'm going to say that the first recipe we've tried from the cookbook was a raging success.

Banana Walnut Baked Oatmea

Banana Walnut Baked Oatmea


Yield: Serves 6
Banana Walnut Baked Oatmeal

Banana Walnut Baked Oatmeal

INGREDIENTS:


  • Cooking Spray
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts, divided
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 2 cups skim milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
  • 2 medium ripe bananas, cut into ½ inch pieces

INSTRUCTIONS:


  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease an 8" baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together oats, ¼ cup of the walnuts, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well-mixed.
  3. In a separate large bowl, whisk together syrup, milk, egg, butter, vanilla, and flaxseed.
  4. Place bananas in a single layer in the prepared baking dish, then evenly sprinkle in the oat mixture.
  5. Slowly and evenly drizzle milk mixture on top of oats. If any milk is pooling on top of oats, use a wooden spoon to gently tap it down through the oats without disturbing the banana layer.
  6. Sprinkle remaining walnuts on top.
  7. Bake 35-45 minutes until mostly firm with just a little jiggle in the center. Remove from oven and let cool a few minutes before serving. 
Banana Walnut Baked Oatmeal is an awesome way to start the day. While I made this for a weekend treat, I think it would be wonderful to have on a school morning, if you have the time to prepare it before the kids head out the door. Since oatmeal is filling, it will keep their tummies full all the way until lunchtime.

Be sure to grab a copy of Mom's Sugar Solution to grab all 150 low-sugar recipes. You can find the cookbook on Amazon and through most major book retailers.



What's your favorite fruit to bake into oatmeal?




24 comments:

  1. Molto buoni e salutari, michelaencuisine

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    1. Thanks you Michela! It is delicious and healthy. A great way to start the day :)

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  2. Dahlink, you can totally write a book like this yourself :)
    Oooh, free books! How lovely! I cannot believe they send them without asking, though.... are they silly?
    You did such lovely colour combo in these photos!

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    1. Obviously it's from a company that I worked with before, since they have my address. I just don't know which one since I've worked with quite a few in the past. It's just weird for them to send out random books in hopes of a review. Like, how much are you wasting on postage and product without consulting with me first? Silly, indeed!

      I was trying to add a little pastel into the photos. I figure if I add some spring colors in here and there, it might actually start to feel like spring in our area. I am so, so sick of winter and snow :(

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    2. Pastel colours are the craze this year, together with my fave violet and also jewel green.
      You still don't have spring? It is close to 30*C here already, the trees are currently in bloom. We haven't been heating the house for a few days now.

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    3. Violet and jewel are such a beautiful combination!

      No, it snowed again yesterday. I've about worn out my heated blanket since it's so dang cold. It is "supposed" to warm up this weekend, but you know how those weather predictions can be. I'll believe it when it see it.

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  3. Sounds like one that shows how to have some tasty treats with less sugar. You could write one with ease we bet. Did you flip through the books? Maybe there is a big fat check in there. It's okay to be bought lol

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    1. I did flip through a few, but no checks were included. That would be nice. I mean, I'm okay with being bought lol

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  4. That sounds really good. I love this kind of recipe.

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  5. I bake chunks of apple into mine. I also add freshly ground flax seed. This looks great!

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  6. Who says you can't have sweet treats without sugar? These look amazing!

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  7. I generally stay away from sugar so that cookbook is perfect for me. I definitely have to make that oatmeal which seems so great and the mix of flavors perfect.

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  8. I would love to check this cookbook out! I have been wanting to do whatever I can to cut out sugar more!

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  9. My mouth is watering right now. These recipe sounds delicious!

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  10. Mmmm oatmeal is one of our family's favorite breakfasts. Actually, we eat breakfast for dinner a lot so we could eat this banana walnut baked oatmeal all day long.

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  11. I love cookbooks that have clear, crisp photos and glossy pages. This cookbook is one of those! Love the recipe as well.. sounds yummy!

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  12. This is such a great day starter! I love the combination of flavors!

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  13. Yes, cutting down on refined sugars is good for all of us. I'll have to check out this book in more detail. I'm always looking for yummy desserts to make with less sugar or alternatives.

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  14. I've had oatmeal and love it, but never had baked oatmeal before. This looks and sounds amazing!

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  15. this sounds and looks so delicious Theresa ! xo

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  16. Cranberries...blueberries...peaches...bananas, apples... I'm not particular, I like them all!! This does sound delish. :)

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  17. Oh my Theresa..I'm struggling not too drool looking at all your recipes here lol. This looks like something that my family will love!

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