If you love starting your day with something warm and comforting, or a cool, make-ahead meal, you’re in the right place. Today, I’m sharing two easy banana cinnamon oat recipes that are perfect for any morning.
Both recipes use simple ingredients and bring that lovely combination of sweet banana and warm cinnamon to your breakfast bowl, making your mornings a little brighter and tastier.
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Warm Banana Cinnamon Oatmeal Recipe
This warm banana cinnamon oatmeal is a quick and cozy breakfast. It’s so easy to make on a busy weekday morning when you need something satisfying.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Banana Oatmeal
- Ripe Bananas: Use bananas with brown spots for the best natural sweetness and flavor in your oatmeal.
- Rolled Oats: These give the best texture for warm oatmeal, making it creamy but not too mushy.
- Cinnamon Spice: Ground cinnamon adds a lovely warming spice that pairs perfectly with banana.
What You Need for Banana Oatmeal
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy) or water
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp maple syrup or honey (optional)
- Pinch of salt
⏱️ Time: 7 minutes🍽️ Yields: 1 serving
How to Make Banana Cinnamon Oatmeal
Step 1: Cook the Oats
In a small saucepan, combine rolled oats, milk or water, and a pinch of salt. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, making sure to stir it occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Add Banana & Cinnamon
Once the oats begin to thicken, which usually takes about 3-5 minutes, stir in the mashed banana and ground cinnamon. Continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes until the oatmeal reaches your desired creamy consistency.
Step 3: Serve Warm
Remove the saucepan from the heat. If you like, stir in a teaspoon of maple syrup or honey for extra sweetness. Pour your warm banana cinnamon oatmeal into a bowl and enjoy it immediately.
📝 Final Note
For extra flavor and crunch, sprinkle a few chopped nuts or a dash more cinnamon on top before serving.
Easy Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats Recipe
Get ready for an effortless morning with these banana cinnamon overnight oats. You prepare them the night before, and wake up to a delicious, ready-to-eat breakfast.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Overnight Oats
- Chia Seeds: These are important! They help thicken the oats and make them creamy while adding extra nutrients.
- Your Milk Choice: Any milk works well here – almond, oat, or cow’s milk will give good results for the base.
- Sweetener to Taste: Adjust the amount of maple syrup or honey based on how ripe your banana is and how sweet you like your oats.
What You Need for Overnight Oats
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1-2 tsp maple syrup or honey (optional)
⏱️ Time: 5 minutes prep + overnight chill🍽️ Yields: 1 serving
How to Make Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats
Step 1: Mix Ingredients
In a jar or small container with a lid, combine the rolled oats, milk, mashed banana, chia seeds, ground cinnamon, and maple syrup or honey if you are using it. Stir all of these ingredients together very well to make sure there are no dry lumps.
Step 2: Chill Overnight
Cover your jar or container tightly with its lid and place it in the refrigerator. Let it chill for at least 4 hours, but ideally, leave it overnight. This chilling time allows the oats and chia seeds to soften and thicken up nicely.
Step 3: Enjoy Cold
In the morning, give your overnight oats a quick stir. If you find they are too thick, you can add a splash more milk until it reaches your preferred consistency. Enjoy your delicious overnight oats cold straight from the fridge!
📝 Final Note
You can add a spoonful of Greek yogurt into the mix before chilling for an extra creamy texture and a protein boost.
