Microwave Banana Oats Bowl (Printable Version)

Creamy oats paired with banana and cinnamon, heated quickly for a wholesome morning boost.

# What You Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1/2 cup rolled oats

→ Liquids

02 - 2/3 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)

→ Fruits

03 - 1 medium ripe banana, sliced

→ Sweetener & Flavor

04 - 1/2 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
05 - 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

→ Optional Toppings

06 - 1 tablespoon chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds)
07 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed
08 - Extra banana slices

# Steps:

01 - In a microwave-safe bowl, mix rolled oats with milk until well combined.
02 - Incorporate half of the sliced banana, honey or maple syrup, and cinnamon, stirring thoroughly.
03 - Microwave the mixture on high power for 1 minute, stir, then continue microwaving for an additional 30 to 60 seconds until creamy and most liquid is absorbed.
04 - Stir once more, then garnish with the remaining banana slices and any desired optional toppings.
05 - Enjoy the warm oatmeal immediately for best flavor and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready faster than your coffee brews, with only one bowl to wash.
  • The banana melts into the oats and creates its own creamy sweetness without much added sugar.
  • Endlessly customizable depending on what's already in your pantry.
02 -
  • Microwaves vary wildly, so keep an eye on it after the first minute or you'll end up with oat lava on your turntable.
  • Mashing half the banana into the oats before cooking creates an even creamier texture and distributes sweetness throughout.
03 -
  • Sprinkle a tiny pinch of salt in with the oats, it brings out the sweetness and balances the whole bowl.
  • If you love a thicker, almost pudding-like consistency, reduce the milk to half a cup and let it sit for a minute after microwaving.
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