Let me tell you about this amazingly delicious and satisfying caramelized banana and peanut butter oatmeal.
It's so good it could almost be dessert but has minimal added sugar!
The truth about this banana & peanut butter oatmeal
I'm going to shoot it straight today because this is the most incredible oatmeal I've ever had, and I want to share it.
Here is what we're dealing with:
- Rolled oats and chia seeds: So much great fiber and a boost of omegas to help you start your day off right.
- Vanilla extract and maple syrup: Is there a better combination than vanilla and maple?!
- Peanut butter: For that amazingly nutty PB flavor, plus some protein to sustain you for a few hours.
- Milk: For that creaminess (P.S. my fave is vanilla soy or almond).
- Walnuts and almonds: For crunch, nuttiness and a bit more nutrition.
- Caramelized bananas: Bananas with a crispy, sweet exterior with just a hint of buttery goodness.
The bananas are EVERYTHING.
Perfect balance of healthy, yet sweet & tasty
It's perfectly sweet, nutty, crunchy, creamy and the bananas are just incredible. This peanut butter banana oatmeal could almost be dessert but has minimal added sugar (not like the oatmeal we had as kids).
So if you like something on the sweeter side for breakfast, whip up a wholesome batch of peanut butter maple vanilla oatmeal with buttery caramelized bananas and crunchy almonds and walnuts.
You'll barely realize your oatmeal is a great source of fiber, protein AND omega 3s because it tastes SO good.
If you like this caramelized banana & peanut butter oatmeal recipe, check out these other oat recipes for Morning Glory Chair Overnight Oats and Mixed Berry Oatmeal Cookie Crisp!
PrintCaramelized Banana & Peanut Butter Oatmeal
This delicious and satisfying oatmeal recipe features chia seeds, peanut butter and maple syrup and served with caramelized banana and nuts.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: Serves 6 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stove-Top
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 3 ½-4 cups water
- 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup chia seeds
- ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon coarse salt
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
- ½ cup milk of choice + more for serving
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup + more for serving
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 3 yellow bananas, peeled and sliced
- ½ cup chopped walnuts and/or sliced almonds
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan. Pour oats and chia seeds into the water, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until oats are soft. Remove from heat and stir in cinnamon, vanilla extract, salt, peanut butter, milk and maple syrup until combined.
- In a medium skillet, melt butter and brown sugar at medium-high heat. Add sliced bananas and cook 1-2 minutes per side, until browned, flipping once.
- Scoop oatmeal into bowls and top with milk and maple syrup, as desired, and walnuts/almonds and caramelized bananas.
Notes
Storage Tip: Refrigerate leftovers up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ⅙ of recipe
- Calories: 478
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 458mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 12mg
Keywords: best, fiber, healthy, simple, make ahead, do ahead, meal prep
Laura Grovogel says
Amazing. Peanut butter and bananas should just get married already.
Julie Andrews says
Best combo ever!
Kelly Jones says
I add banana slices to my oats almost every morning but this is SUCH a delish looking upgrade!
Julie Andrews says
Yeah! It's perfect for the weekend. Enjoy, Kelly!
Becca | Rabbit Food Runner says
Those bananas on top look divine!
Julie Andrews says
That's my favorite part! 🙂
Maria says
This looks A M A Z I N G! I love oatmeal, but need to mix it up a bit. Can’t wait to try this!
Julie Andrews says
Thanks, Maria! I won't lie, it's pretty incredible 🙂 Enjoy!!
Deborah Brooks says
I need to up my oatmeal game around here! Hard to beat the oatmeal and PnB combo huh? Would love to have you join our meatless Monday link up today
Julie Andrews says
PB & B is the bestttt! I'll check out the Meatless Monday link up!
Lexi says
WOW I bet that caramelization really takes the flavor to the next level! Will definitely be adding this to my weekend brunch list!
Julie Andrews says
I think this oatmeal will change your life!! Or at least your oatmeal game! Ha 😉 Enjoy!!