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Caramelized Banana Peanut Butter Oatmeal

Let me tell you about this amazingly delicious caramelized banana and peanut butter oatmeal.

It’s so good it could *almost* be dessert!

The oatmeal is loaded with oats, chia seeds, peanut butter and vanilla and the bananas are caramelized with a tiny bit of butter and brown sugar. Finish it all off with nuts and you have the most fabulous bowl of oatmeal, ever.

An overhead close up shot of caramelized banana peanut butter oatmeal.

How to make caramelized banana and peanut butter oatmeal

  • 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.
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Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan.
  2. 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.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in cinnamon, vanilla extract, salt, peanut butter, milk and maple syrup until combined.
  4. In a medium skillet, melt butter and brown sugar at medium-high heat.
  5. Add sliced bananas and cook 1-2 minutes per side, until browned, flipping once.
  6. Scoop oatmeal into bowls and top with milk and maple syrup, as desired, and walnuts/almonds and caramelized bananas.
A side shot of peanut butter oatmeal with caramelized bananas on top.

Recipe Substitutions and Alterations

  • For the oats: Use old fashioned rolled, steel cut or quick cooking oats.
    • Adjust the cooking time according to the package directions.
  • For the chia seeds: You can leave them out, or you can mix in some ground flax seed when before you serve the oatmeal.
    • Both provide a dose of omega 3s and additional fiber.
  • For the maple syrup: You could use honey or brown sugar as a substitute.
  • For the milk: Any milk will work, such as cow’s, soy, pea, oat, almond, cashew, rice or coconut.
  • For the nuts: Any nuts will work, such as walnuts, pecans, almonds, hazelnuts or macadamia nuts.
An overhead shot of three bowls of peanut butter oatmeal with caramelized bananas on top.

Nutrition Considerations

  • To make it gluten free: Use certified gluten free oats. Be sure all ingredients you choose are gluten free.
  • To make it dairy free: Use a dairy free milk alternative, such as soy, pea, oat, almond, cashew, rice or coconut.
  • To make it vegan: Use a plant-based milk alternative, such as soy, pea, oat, almond, cashew, rice or coconut.
    • Skip the butter or use a plant-based butter substitute.
  • To make it nut free: Skip the nuts.
    • Be sure all packaged ingredients you choose are nut free.
  • To make it egg free: This recipe does not contain eggs.
An overhead shot of a bowl of peanut butter oatmeal with caramelized bananas on top.

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Caramelized Banana & Peanut Butter Oatmeal

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This delicious and satisfying oatmeal recipe features chia seeds, peanut butter and maple syrup and served with caramelized banana and nuts. 

  • Author: Julie Andrews
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 10 min
  • Total Time: 15 min
  • Yield: Serves 6
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stove-Top
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 3 1/24 cups water
  • 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup chia seeds
  • 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1/2 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
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts and/or sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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: 1/6 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

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12 Comments

  1. WOW I bet that caramelization really takes the flavor to the next level! Will definitely be adding this to my weekend brunch list!

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