Like most, I rarely have time for breakfast in the morning. Because of this, by lunchtime, I am ready to eat just about anything that crosses my path. Finally, I said enough is enough and decided to MAKE time for breakfast. These Quick Peanut Butter + Banana Oats take just 15-minutes and one pot to make; there is literally no excuse to go hungry all morning ever again.
How to make oatmeal?
As with most things, everyone has their preferred method.
When it comes to any oatmeal recipe, after much trial and error I personally like to do it this way:
- add oats, any dry ingredients (like cinnamon, chia seeds, hemp hearts etc..) and a salt to a sauce pan and stir.
- turn heat on to medium.
- add milk and all other ingredients, such as maple syrup, fruit or yogurt and give it a stir.
- cook until oats have thickened to your liking, stirring often and adding milk if neccesary.
- pour into a bowl and finish with toppings like crunchy nuts, more fruit or a drizzle of maple syrup.
Oat tip: adding salt really enhances the flavour of anything sweet. I find it a key factor in getting the perfect oats!
Milk vs. Water: Now, you could use either. However, If you prefer a creamy, more decadent bowl of oats I would choose milk for sure.
Ingredients you will need:
This Quick Peanut Butter + Banana Oats recipe was created to be super simple.
- Old fashioned oats – the base of the recipe, ensure gluten free if necessary.
- Chia Seeds – helps create a creamy texture and adds healthy fats.
- Cinnamon – for flavour.
- Salt – to enhance flavour.
- Almond Milk – creates a creamy base with neutral flavour.
- Peanut Butter – adds protein.
- Maple Syrup – adds sweetness to the oats.
- Bananas – adds a hint of sweetness and creaminess.
- Crushed Peanuts – for a crunchy texture.
- Hemp Hearts– added fats, fibre and protein.
If you are looking for more delicious, easy, vegan breakfast recipes check out my Baked Apple + Cinnamon Oatmeal with Walnuts.
Quick Peanut Butter + Banana Oats
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats old-fashioned
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp cinnamon plus more for garnish
- pinch of salt
- 1.5 cup almond milk
- 2 tbsp peanut butter natural creamy or crunchy
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 large banana 1/2 mashed and 1/2 sliced
- 2 tbsp crushed peanuts optional
- 1 tbsp hemp hearts optional
Instructions
- Heat a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, salt, almond milk, peanut butter and mashed banana. Stir to combine.
- Cook and stir often for about 5-10 minutes, or until the oats soften and the mixture thickens to your liking.
- Pour oats into two bowls and top with sliced bananas, crushed peanuts and hemp hearts.
- Enjoy immediately.
