Banana Oatmeal
A comforting, naturally sweet breakfast bowl that combines creamy rolled oats with the warm, caramelized flavor of ripe bananas.
👥 4 servings⏱ Prep 5′🔥 Cook 10′⚡ 350 kcal per serving
Ingredients
- •2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- •4 cups water or unsweetened almond milk
- •3 ripe bananas, mashed
- •1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- •1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1 tablespoon maple syrup
- •1/2 cup chopped walnuts for topping
Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the oats, water or almond milk, salt, and cinnamon.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- 3
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the mashed bananas.
- 4
Simmer for about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are tender and the mixture has reached your desired consistency.
- 5
Remove from heat and stir in the maple syrup.
- 6
Divide into bowls and garnish with chopped walnuts before serving.
💡 Chef tips
- For a creamier texture, use oat milk or soy milk instead of water.
- You can make this ahead of time by portioning it into jars; simply add a splash of water or milk when reheating in the microwave.
- If you prefer texture, reserve half of one banana to slice into coins and place on top of the finished bowls.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished oatmeal should be thick, creamy, and fragrant with cinnamon, with a natural sweetness from the bananas that makes every bite feel warm and satisfying.