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Strawberry Breakfast Bake for Speedy Mornings - 375°F Comfort
Youssef Hb

Strawberry Breakfast Bake for Speedy Mornings

A quick and easy breakfast bake combining oats, ripe strawberries, and overripe banana for natural sweetness. Fluffy inside with crispy edges, this American-style dish is perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, customizable with your favorite optional mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 125

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (140g) sliced strawberries
  • ½ cup (57g) chopped walnuts, optional
  • ⅓ cup (56g) chocolate chips, optional (ensure no alcohol)
  • 2 cups (226g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 2-5 tablespoons (13-52g) brown sugar, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese 5-spice (or substitute with cinnamon)
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 medium overripe banana, mashed

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F
  2. In a large bowl, mash the banana and add milk
  3. Combine dry ingredients: oats, brown sugar, baking powder, zest, 5-spice, and sea salt
  4. Mix wet and dry ingredients until well combined
  5. Fold in sliced strawberries
  6. Optional: stir in walnuts or chocolate chips
  7. Pour into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until edges are golden and center is set

Notes

Use ripe strawberries for optimal juiciness
Overripe bananas enhance natural sweetness
Substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds if preferred
Replace Chinese 5-spice with cinnamon or other warming spices
Storage: refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days