Description
A warm, comforting baked breakfast combining chewy cooked barley, ripe mashed bananas, and fragrant cinnamon, sweetened with honey or maple syrup. This wholesome morning casserole is easy to prepare, nutritious, and perfect for a cozy start to your day.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked barley
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk or plant milk
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready when your mixture is prepared.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas with the eggs, milk (or plant milk), and your choice of sweetener, either honey or maple syrup. Stir thoroughly until well blended.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add the cooked barley, cinnamon, baking powder, and optional chopped nuts to the wet mixture. Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a baking dish lightly to prevent sticking, then pour the batter mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the mixture is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow the bake to cool slightly before slicing it into portions to serve warm.
Notes
- Add chocolate chips to the batter for a sweeter, more indulgent version of the bake.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days for freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
