Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal
A nutritious and delicious oatmeal recipe packed with flavor, perfect for busy mornings or as a quick snack.
Ingredients
Oatmeal Base
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups water or milk (any type)
- 1 piece ripe banana, mashed
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter Can substitute with other nut butters
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional) Use maple syrup for vegan option
- 1 pinch salt
Toppings
- to taste Chopped nuts or seeds
Instructions
Cooking Oatmeal
- In a medium pot, bring the water or milk to a boil. Add a pinch of salt.
- Stir in the rolled oats and reduce the heat to low.
- Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the oats are soft.
- Remove from heat and mix in the mashed banana and peanut butter.
- Sweeten with honey or syrup if desired.
- Serve hot, topped with chopped nuts or seeds.
Notes
If you have leftovers, let the oatmeal cool completely, then place it in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving, adding a splash of water or milk to loosen it up. Use quick-cooking oats to save time.