Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup old fashioned oats (rolled oats)
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1 banana
Optional Toppings
- A few nuts, such as candied pecans
- Additional slices of banana
- Maple syrup
Instructions
- Warm the oats: Place the oats, milk, and cinnamon (if using) in a small pan. Press the oats down slightly so they are submerged in the milk. Warm over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Heat until the milk reaches a gentle simmer but does not boil, allowing the milk to reduce and thicken slightly.
- Mash the banana: While the oats are warming, peel and mash the banana thoroughly in a bowl to a smooth consistency.
- Combine and serve: Once the oatmeal has thickened and cooked, remove from heat. Mix the mashed banana thoroughly into the hot oatmeal. Serve warm, optionally topped with nuts, extra banana slices, and a drizzle of maple syrup for added sweetness and texture.
Notes
- Use plant-based milk to make this recipe vegan.
- Cinnamon is optional but adds a warm, spicy flavor.
- Adjust thickness by varying cooking time or milk quantity.
- Add sweetener like honey or maple syrup directly to oats if desired.
- For extra protein, add a spoonful of nut butter or seeds.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
