Oatmeal makes for the perfect winter breakfast! There’s something about a warm bowl of creamy oatmeal hits different when it’s cold outside. We’ve been eating it a few times a week at our place and this Caramelized Banana Oatmeal has been one of our favorites. It’s quick & easy to make and keeps you full for a long time if you have a busy day ahead!

What I really love about oatmeal is how creative you can get with different flavors and toppings! If you are finding yourself getting bored of a certain variation of ingredients switch it up to keep oatmeal in your breakfast line up! If you haven’t tried caramelized bananas you’re in for a treat!

How to caramelize bananas

The perfect golden caramelized bananas are so easy to make! Heat a small pan over medium heat and add a tablespoon of maple syrup. Slice a banana into thick slices (helps prevent the banana going mushy in the pan). Add your banana slices to the maple syrup and let them cook for about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from heat & enjoy these delicious golden slices on a bowl of creamy oatmeal!

Not in the mood for Oatmeal? Try this Tofu Breakfast Scramble instead.

Caramelized Banana Oatmeal

Warm creamy oatmeal topped with golden caramelized bananas. The perfect breakfast on cold winter mornings, made in under 20 minutes!

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Course: Breakfast

Keyword: gluten-free, vegan

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 2

Author: Steph

Ingredients

Oatmeal

• 1 cup gluten free quick oats such as Quaker Gluten Free Quick Oats
• 2 cups almond milk
• 3 tablespoons peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup (less if using sweetened coconut)
• 1 tablespoon hemp hearts
• 1 tablespoon shredded coconut (unsweetened or sweetened works fine)
• pinch of salt

Caramelized Bananas

• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 large banana sliced

Instructions

• In a small pot add oats, almond milk, peanut butter, maple syrup, hemp hearts, shredded coconut & a pinch of salt. Mix to combine. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes until the oatmeal is to your liking. The longer you leave it on heat the more it will thicken.
• While the oatmeal is cooking heat a small pan over medium heat. Once the pan is hot add maple syrup followed by banana slices. Cook 2 to 3 minutes and flip cooking another 2 to 3 minutes on the other side. Bananas should look golden brown.
• Serve oatmeal with caramelized bananas and other favorite toppings such as peanut butter & shredded coconut.

Notes

• Cut your banana slices on the thicker side to ensure they don’t turn to mush in your pan when you are caramelizing them.
• If you find your oatmeal thickening too much add more almond milk!