Description
Peanut butter oatmeal is a creamy, nutritious breakfast that warms your soul. Topped with ripe bananas and a touch of sweetness, it’s the perfect way to start your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups water or almond milk
- 2 tbsp natural peanut butter
- 1 ripe banana, sliced
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for easy access.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine rolled oats and water or almond milk. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally until creamy (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in natural peanut butter until fully melted and incorporated.
- Drizzle in honey or maple syrup and mix well; adjust sweetness as desired.
- Serve hot in bowls, topped with banana slices and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
Notes
- Swap peanut butter for almond or cashew butter for different flavors.
- Add toppings like chocolate chips or mixed berries for extra sweetness and nutrition.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge, reheating with a splash of milk for creaminess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg