Breakfast
Banana Oatmeal
This creamy Banana Oatmeal is the perfect 10 minute breakfast for busy days. Made with just 4 ingredients and no added sugar, these oats are healthy, vegan and low in calories.
10 minTotal
1servings
Carbs-forward
330
kcal
- 1 medium banana ripe or overripe
- ½ cup (50 g) rolled oats
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk or water or a combination of both
- ⅙ tsp salt
Optional ingredients
- ½ to 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey, for sweeter oats
- ½ tbsp peanut butter
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ tsp ground cinnamon
Stovetop banana oatmeal
- In a pot, mash a banana and then combine rolled oats, milk or water, a pinch of salt and optionally vanilla extract and cinnamon.
- Simmer over medium heat for around 5 minutes, or until the oatmeal reaches the desired texture. Stir regularly so that it does not stick to the pan.
- Once cooked, stir in the oats half tablespoon of peanut butter if desired, then taste and adjust with maple syrup if necessary.
- Transfer to a bowl, then serve with your favorite toppings such as more sliced banana and chopped walnuts.
Microwave banana oatmeal
- In a microwave safe bowl, mash a banana and then combine with rolled oats, milk or water, a pinch of salt and optionally vanilla extract and cinnamon.
- Microwave on high for 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes, stirring in between.
- Once cooked, stir in the oats half a tablespoon of peanut butter if desired, then taste and adjust with maple syrup if necessary.
- Serve with your favorite toppings such as more sliced banana and chopped walnuts.
330
kcal
Per serving, estimated automatically, not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
Storage directions
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To store. Let the oatmeal cool, then transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat with a splash of milk in the microwave or on the stovetop, stirring well.
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To freeze. To freeze, store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months, thaw overnight in the fridge, and reheat before serving.