Banana Blueberry Oatmeal: A Healthy Breakfast Choice
Start your day with a warm, nutritious bowl of Banana Blueberry Oatmeal! This easy recipe combines the natural sweetness of bananas, the antioxidant power of blueberries, and the fiber-rich goodness of oats for a delicious and satisfying breakfast.
Equipment
- Saucepan – For cooking the oats on the stovetop.
- Spoon or spatula – For stirring the oatmeal.
- Measuring cups & spoons – To measure oats, milk/water, and optional ingredients.
- Bowl – For serving the oatmeal.
- Knife & cutting board – To slice the banana (if adding extra toppings).
- Microwave-safe bowl (optional) – If making oatmeal in the microwave instead of the stovetop.
Ingredients
- Ingredients
- Ingredient Amount Notes
- Rolled oats 1 cup Use old-fashioned oats for the best texture.
- Water or milk 2 cups Use dairy or plant-based milk for extra creaminess.
- Banana 1 ripe Adds natural sweetness.
- Blueberries 1/2 cup Fresh or frozen.
- Cinnamon optional 1/4 tsp Adds warmth and flavor.
- Honey or maple syrup optional 1 tsp For extra sweetness.
- Chia seeds optional 1 tbsp Adds fiber and omega-3s.
- Nuts optional 2 tbsp Walnuts or almonds for crunch.
Instructions
- Instructions
- Boil the Liquid:
- In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water or milk to a simmer over medium heat.
- Cook the Oats:
- Stir in 1 cup of rolled oats and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Add the Fruit:
- Mash 1 ripe banana and stir it into the oatmeal.
- Add 1/2 cup of blueberries and gently mix.
- Flavor It:
- Stir in 1/4 tsp cinnamon and 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (if using).
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Pour into bowls and top with optional ingredients like chia seeds, nuts, or more fruit.
- Enjoy warm!
Notes
- For a creamier texture, use milk (dairy or plant-based) instead of water.
- To make it vegan, use plant-based milk like almond, oat, or coconut milk and sweeten with maple syrup instead of honey.
- For extra protein, stir in Greek yogurt, add a scoop of protein powder, or top with nuts and seeds.
- To make overnight oats, combine all ingredients in a jar, refrigerate overnight, and enjoy chilled in the morning.
- For added crunch, sprinkle chopped walnuts, almonds, or coconut flakes on top.
- Use frozen blueberries if fresh ones aren’t available—just let them warm up in the oatmeal.
- Make it gluten-free by using certified gluten-free oats.
- Adjust sweetness by mashing the banana well or adding a drizzle of honey/maple syrup.