Baked PB&J Oatmeal

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375F and line a 9″ bread loaf (or similarly sized) pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

Add the peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla to a medium mixing bowl; mix with a spatula until the peanut butter loosens up. Slowly add in the water to the mixture, whisking vigorously until emulsified. Once combined, add the oats, chia seeds, baking powder, and salt. Mix until everything is evenly incorporated.

Step 3

Pour the oat mixture into the base of the pan, then use a spoon to dollop jam on top of the oats. Use the spoon to “swirl” or mix the jam into the oats a little, then gently smooth the top of the mixture.

Step 4

Bake in the middle rack of the oven for 30-35 minutes, until slightly golden. Remove from the oven and let the oats sit in the pan for 5 minutes before removing to a cooling rack.

Step 5

Once cool, slice and serve as desired; leftovers will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days and can be enjoyed cold or warmed up in the toaster.