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Warm Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Recipe
In only a few minutes you can have this warm and comforting peanut butter healthy banana oatmeal. These oats only have a few simple ingredients but they make for one fantastic oatmeal bowl!
One morning before class, I really wanted a breakfast to make me feel good. What better solution than making some oatmeal?
I don’t go out of my way to buy a jar of peanut butter that often. But, luckily at the time of making these oats, I had some peanut butter on hand!
I’ve made someChocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats, and Chocolate Chip Strawberry Peanut Butter Oats. But what about a classic combo of peanut butter and banana? Well, let’s see how that goes! I had also been making lots of overnight oats at the time, so I finally wanted to have some hot oatmeal, and using quick cooking oats definitely helps save time on a busy morning before heading to work! A simple start to the morning is just essential sometimes! And let me tell you this was so delicious!
What Makes This Warm Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal So Good?
These banana chocolate chip peanut butter oats are so simple to prepare and they're so delicious! Not to mention they're jam-packed with nutrition, so there's everything to love about this oatmeal recipe!
What I love so much about these oats is how warm and creamy they are! All of the ingredients meld so much together! These banana chocolate chip peanut butter oats are absolutely decadent and you can make them any day! I also found them very filling. The peanut butter and banana really soothed my throat and tummy! This would be great to enjoy on a cold winter’s morning to warm you up and get ready to start your day with a boost of energy!
Ingredients in Warm Peanut Butter Banana Oats
When writing out this ingredient list, I realized how simple these oats are! Here are the couple of pantry staples you’ll need to make these:
Yep, that’s it! The simplicity of these oats really make this a classic breakfast recipe!
How to Make This Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Recipe
Making this peanut butter banana oatmeal recipe is super simple. Be sure to check for the FULL PRINTABLE RECIPE at the end of this post!
To begin, we’ll add the oats and milk to a pot, and bring the oats to a boil.
Now, let’s add our vanilla extract and our chia seeds. I actually bought ground chia by mistake in this picture, but it produces the same results!
Then, transfer your cooked oats into a serving bowl.
Next, drizzle some peanut butter. I had opened a new jar of peanut butter just for this recipe, and this was absolutely heavenly!
Now drizzle on your honey.
Add a few slices of sliced bananas on top of the peanut butter and honey, evenly around the circumference of the bowl.
The final touch is a couple of chocolate chips to bring this all together!
I'm definitely sure that you're going to adore this recipe for a quick and cozy breakfast on a cold winter’s morning - or whenever you want it!
Make It Your Own
Feeling fancy? Here are a few easy ways to switch up your bowl:
- A pinch of warm cinnamon for extra coziness.
- A drizzle of maple syrup in place of the honey.
- A swap to almond butter instead of peanut butter.
- A handful of walnuts or a few fresh blueberries for crunch and color.
Got leftovers? Store them in an airtight container in the fridge, then reheat with a splash of almond milk in the microwave until creamy again.
A few more ways to make it yours: rolled oats give the creamiest bowl, but quick or instant oats work on a rushed morning, and steel-cut oats are lovely if you have a little extra time. Use whatever milk you like — dairy, almond, soy, or oat milk all work — and swap the peanut butter for almond butter, cashew butter, or any natural nut butter. Top with chopped walnuts, pecans, peanuts, fresh blueberries, or a sprinkle of coconut flakes for extra crunch, fiber, and healthy fats, and add a tiny pinch of salt to make the flavors pop. With certified gluten-free oats, this bowl is naturally gluten-free. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat with a splash of milk.
Frequently Asked Questions
What oats should I use and how much milk?▼
Rolled oats are best here — about ⅔ cup of oats to 1⅓ cups of milk, simmered until thick and creamy to your liking.
When do I add the peanut butter?▼
The peanut butter goes on at the end as a topping — drizzled into the centre of the warm bowl (about 3 tablespoons) along with honey, banana slices and chocolate chips, rather than cooked into the oats.
What do the chia seeds do?▼
Stirred in near the end, a couple of teaspoons of chia thicken the oats to a creamy texture and add a little fibre and staying power to keep you full.
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