Banana Bread Oatmeal
A warm and creamy Banana Bread Oatmeal made with ripe bananas, oats, and cinnamon.Ready in just 15 minutes with simple ingredients.Topped with caramelized bananas for extra flavor.
Ingredients
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup water
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1 banana sliced (divided)
- 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup plus more for serving
Instructions
- Add oats, cinnamon, vanilla, sea salt, and half of the banana slices to a medium pot.
- Pour in water and stir to combine.
- Cook over medium-high heat for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the oats are thick and creamy. The banana should melt into the mixture.
- While cooking, heat a skillet over medium heat and add coconut oil and maple syrup.
- Add remaining banana slices and walnuts. Cook for about 2 minutes per side until golden and caramelized.
- Transfer the cooked Banana Bread Oatmeal to a bowl and top with caramelized bananas and walnuts.
- Drizzle extra maple syrup if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- You can replace walnuts with almonds or pecans.
- Add a spoon of peanut butter for a richer taste.
- Serve with fresh fruit or yogurt on the side.