Creamy Banana Oatmeal: Quick, Naturally Sweetened Breakfast
Make unbelievably creamy banana oatmeal on the stovetop in under 15 minutes. This recipe uses ripe bananas for natural sweetness, creating a wholesome and easy breakfast staple.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups water or milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 very ripe medium bananas, mashed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the rolled oats, water or milk, mashed bananas, cinnamon, and salt in a medium saucepan.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently. The goal is to achieve a thick, creamy consistency. The mashed banana will dissolve slightly, naturally sweetening and thickening the oats.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract, if using.
- Divide the creamy banana oatmeal into bowls. Serve immediately with your preferred toppings.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, use whole milk or full-fat canned coconut milk as your liquid.
- To achieve a Bananas Foster flavor, stir in 1 tablespoon of brown sugar and a splash of rum extract (optional) during the last minute of cooking.
- Top with sliced almonds, chopped walnuts, or a drizzle of peanut butter for added texture and protein.
- This recipe is excellent for breakfast meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat with a splash of liquid.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 60
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 0