Oatmeal with Bananas and Almonds
Start your day with a bowl of warm oatmeal topped with sweet bananas and crunchy almonds, a nutritious and energy-boosting breakfast.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup water or milk of choice (almond, oat, or cow’s milk)
- 1 ripe banana (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon almond butter (optional)
- 5-7 whole almonds (chopped or sliced)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Bring the water or milk to a boil in a small saucepan.
- Add a pinch of salt to enhance flavor.
- Stir in the rolled oats, reduce the heat, and let simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the oats are creamy, stir in the cinnamon.
- For extra sweetness, add honey or maple syrup at this stage.
- Pour the cooked oatmeal into a bowl.
- Arrange banana slices on top for natural sweetness.
- Sprinkle the chopped almonds for a crunchy texture.
- Drizzle almond butter for a nutty boost (optional).
Notes
This recipe can be customized with additional toppings like chia seeds, flaxseeds, or shredded coconut.
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