12-Minute Creamy Banana Oatmeal: Naturally Sweetened Breakfast Perfection
Make unbelievably creamy banana oatmeal on the stovetop in under 15 minutes. This naturally sweetened recipe uses ripe bananas for flavor, providing an easy, wholesome breakfast staple.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 7 min
- Total Time: 12 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)
- 1 large very ripe banana, mashed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional Toppings: Sliced banana, peanut butter, chopped nuts
Instructions
- Combine the rolled oats, water or milk, mashed banana, cinnamon, and salt in a small saucepan.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently.
- Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until the oatmeal thickens and reaches your desired creamy consistency. The ripe banana will dissolve and naturally sweeten the oats.
- Remove from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract, if using.
- Divide the oatmeal into bowls. Top with sliced banana, a spoonful of peanut butter, or nuts before you eat.
Notes
- For maximum creaminess, use whole milk or a higher-fat non-dairy milk like oat or soy milk.
- If you prefer a sweeter taste, add 1 teaspoon of maple syrup or brown sugar along with the initial ingredients.
- This recipe is excellent for meal prep; simply scale up the ingredients and store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of liquid.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 60
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 0