Simple and Quick Banana Cinnamon Oatmeal Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 6 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 11 minutes
Description:
When mornings call for a swift yet satisfying breakfast option, turn to this Simple and Quick Banana Cinnamon Oatmeal. Perfect for those busy days when you need a nutritious meal to keep you going until lunchtime. The magic lies in the essence of almond extract and the careful balance of not overcooking the oats, ensuring they retain a delightful texture—neither too mushy nor too coarse. However, feel free to adjust the cooking time to achieve your desired consistency. Enhanced with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, this oatmeal is a delightful treat to kickstart your day.
Recipe Category:
Breakfast 🍳
Keywords:
Grains, < 15 Mins, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive 💰
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 210.3
- Fat Content: 2.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 163.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 40.9g
- Fiber Content: 5.7g
- Sugar Content: 7.9g
- Protein Content: 7.1g
Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1/8 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
- 1/2 ripe banana, mashed
- 1 teaspoon artificial sweetener (adjust to taste)
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Place water, salt, and almond extract in a medium-sized pot. |
| 2 | Heat the mixture to boiling. |
| 3 | Stir in oats and mashed banana. |
| 4 | Heat the mixture, stirring continuously, ONLY until it comes back to a boil. |
| 5 | Turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let it sit for about 5 minutes. |
| 6 | Add artificial sweetener and ground cinnamon to the oatmeal, stirring to combine. |
| 7 | Pour the oatmeal into a bowl and ENJOY! 🥣 |
Whether you’re rushing out the door or savoring a leisurely breakfast moment, this Simple and Quick Banana Cinnamon Oatmeal is a go-to choice for its ease of preparation and delightful flavors. Customize it to your liking and indulge in a nutritious morning meal that will fuel your day ahead!
