Grab 'n go Oatmeal Singles

I saw this recipe through Pinterest, but I'm sharing the initial link below.  This is a great idea for breakfast for those that want to "grab 'n go".  On your way to work?  Running to soccer practice?  Need a mid-morning snack?  Then this recipe is for you!

So simple, so good, so healthy!

Here's the link to the original posting:  http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/blogs/fitstop/2012/06/21/fitness/fit-blogger-we-love-emily-bites/#more-18647   Thanks Emily!!  Great recipe.


Banana Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal Singles

Serves 18

• 3 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 tsp. baking powder
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 2 egg whites
• 1 egg
• 1 1/4 cup skim milk
• 3/4 cup mashed bananas
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

1. Preheat oven to 350°. Lightly mist 18 cups in a muffin tin with cooking spray.
2. Combine the oats, brown sugar, baking powder and salt in a large bowl and stir until thoroughly mixed.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg whites, egg, mashed banana, milk and vanilla. Add to the dry ingredients and stir until blended together. Mix in chocolate chips.
4. Spoon the oatmeal mixture evenly between the prepared muffin cups. Bake uncovered for 18 to 22 minutes or until oatmeal is lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.

Notes: I added some crushed flax seed for added nutrition and used 1/4 brown sugar and 1/4 cup agave syrup.  I used half white chocolate chips and half dark chocolate chips for added flavour. I made 16 "muffins", not 18 as the recipe states.