Banana Oatmeal
Warm, comforting, and naturally sweet, this cozy banana oatmeal is the ultimate wholesome breakfast to start your morning right.
Ingredients
- •2 cups rolled oats (180g)
- •4 cups milk or almond milk (960ml)
- •2 ripe bananas, mashed
- •1 ripe banana, sliced for topping
- •2 tablespoons maple syrup (30ml)
- •1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- •1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- •1/4 teaspoon salt
- •2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, milk, mashed bananas, cinnamon, and salt.
- 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
- 3
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are tender and the liquid is absorbed to your desired consistency.
- 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract.
- 5
Divide the warm oatmeal among four bowls and top with fresh banana slices and chopped nuts if desired.
💡 Chef tips
- Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the sweetest natural flavor.
- Store leftover oatmeal in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and thin it out with a splash of milk when reheating.
- Choose plant-based milk to easily keep this recipe entirely pareve.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished oatmeal is thick, creamy, and fragrant with warm cinnamon and sweet banana, offering a comforting and nourishing texture in every bite.