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A bowl of creamy banana bread oatmeal topped with toasted walnuts and sliced bananas.

Banana Bread Oatmeal

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup old -fashioned rolled oats
  • 2 cups water or unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 large overripe banana, mashed
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Combine the rolled oats, liquid, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low to maintain a simmer.
  3. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent bottom scorching and to release oat starches.
  4. Incorporate the mashed banana and ground cinnamon into the saucepan, stirring vigorously to distribute.
  5. Continue to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the oatmeal reaches a thick, creamy consistency.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract until fully emulsified.
  7. Portion into bowls and garnish with chopped walnuts before serving.