Quick Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal
Quick Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal is the ultimate breakfast for busy mornings. This cozy bowl combines creamy peanut butter, ripe bananas, and hearty rolled oats into a warm, nutritious meal that will energize your day. Ready in just minutes, this oatmeal is not only easy to prepare but also customizable with your favorite toppings. Enjoy it as a quick breakfast or a comforting snack anytime!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 cups milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 3 tbsp peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine rolled oats and milk. Stir occasionally until it simmers and thickens (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and cinnamon until fully combined.
- Fold in banana slices gently.
- Drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired, then serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Experiment with toppings like berries, nuts, or chocolate chips for added flavor and texture. For a vegan option, substitute dairy milk with almond or oat milk. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat with a splash of milk.