Air Fryer Baked Oats
Ready in about 19 minutes.
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Soft, cake-like baked oats that feel like dessert for breakfast. Easy to customise with banana, berries or chocolate chips.
Written for 2. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 80 g oats
- 1 banana
- 1 egg
- 120 ml milk
- 1 tsp baking powder
Method
- 1Blend or mix all the ingredients until combined.
- 2Pour into greased ramekins or a small dish.
- 3Preheat the air fryer to 160°C / 320°F.
- 4Air fry for 12-16 minutes until set and lightly golden.
- 5Serve warm.
Tips for the best results
- Add berries or chocolate chips before baking.
- Let it cool briefly so it firms up.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer baked oats steams instead of browning.
- Pulling air fryer baked oats the moment the timer ends without checking the centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer baked oats?
A typical starting point is 160°C / 320°F for 12-16 min. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer baked oats ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer baked oats serve?
This recipe is written for 2. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.