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Oatmeal Muffins That Are Actually Easy – Easy Muffin Recipes

I made these oatmeal muffins on a random Wednesday when I was tired of sad cereal and rushed toast. You know the kind—dry, crumbly, and somehow both stale and burnt? Yeah, no thanks. These muffins are soft, naturally sweet, and warm in that cozy way that makes you slow down your morning. They’re not fussy. You don’t need a mixer, and if your bananas are a little too ripe, even better. They bake up golden, smell like a hug, and go perfectly with coffee or a dollop of peanut butter. Whether you're chasing the kids around or trying to bribe yourself to check emails, these little guys have your back. They’re loaded with flavor, not sugar. And the best part? You get to say, ‘Oh these? Just something I threw together.’ Let’s be real—sometimes breakfast needs to feel like a tiny victory. These muffins are that. Trust me.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keywords: bread easy recipes, easy baking recipes, easy breakfast recipes, easy muffin recipes, healthy and easy recipes, quick and easy recipes, sweet easy recipes
Servings: 12 muffins
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup mashed banana or applesauce
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1 cup milk of choice
  • 1/4 cup oil or nut butter
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the oats, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the mashed banana, milk, maple syrup, oil, and vanilla.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir just until combined.
  5. Fold in any optional add-ins if using—no judgment if it's chocolate before 9am.
  6. Scoop the batter evenly into the muffin cups.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes or until the tops look set and spring back when touched.
  8. Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.