Description
Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal is a nutritious and delicious breakfast option that combines the creaminess of peanut butter with the sweetness of bananas and the heartiness of oats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups milk
- 1 cup quick oats
- 1 large ripe banana, mashed
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 to 3 teaspoons honey, optional
- sliced bananas, chopped peanuts and cinnamon, for serving
Instructions
In a medium saucepan set over medium heat, bring milk to a boil, watching carefully so that it doesn’t boil over. Stir in oats, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and cover for a few minutes. Stir in mashed banana, peanut butter, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt. Stir in honey, to taste, if desired. Top with sliced bananas, chopped peanuts, and additional cinnamon before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, use milk instead of water.
- Feel free to add toppings like nuts, seeds, or berries for extra flavor and nutrition.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal, Breakfast, Healthy Oatmeal, Quick Breakfast