Banana & Nut Oatmeal
A warm bowl of banana oatmeal in 10 minutes: oats simmered in oat milk with a little brown sugar, topped with sliced banana, chopped walnuts, cinnamon and a dusting of cocoa. It's vegan, filling and made from cupboard staples.
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 30 g Oats
- 60 g Banana
- 20 g Walnuts
- 250 ml Oat milk
Seasonings and other
- a pinch Salt
- 1 tsp Brown sugar
- ½ tsp Cinnamon
- ½ tsp Cocoa powder
Instructions
- Cook the Oats
In a small saucepan, bring oat milk to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and add the oats along with the brown sugar and salt. Cook gently, stirring occasionally, until the oats become soft and absorb most of the liquid, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and let rest for 2–3 minutes.
- Assemble and Serve
Transfer oatmeal to a serving bowl. Top with cocoa powder, cinnamon, sliced banana, and chopped walnuts. Let it cool slightly before enjoying.
Tips for the best banana & nut oatmeal
- Use rolled oats for a creamy texture in 5 minutes. Steel-cut oats need 20–30 minutes and more liquid.
- Add a pinch of salt: it doesn't make the oatmeal salty, it makes it taste less flat.
- The riper the banana, the sweeter the bowl. With a very ripe banana you can skip the sugar.
- Toast the walnuts in a dry pan for 2–3 minutes for a deeper, nuttier flavour.
- Let the oats rest, covered, for 2–3 minutes before serving. They thicken and turn creamier.
Variations
- Mash half the banana into the oats while they cook for a naturally sweet, banana-bread flavour.
- Swap the walnuts for pecans, almonds or a spoon of peanut butter.
- Use soy milk instead of oat milk for a creamier bowl with more protein.
- Overnight: stir the oats, milk and cinnamon together in a jar, chill overnight and add the toppings in the morning.
Storing
Best eaten fresh. Cooked oatmeal keeps 3–4 days in a closed container in the fridge; reheat with a splash of oat milk and add the banana and nuts just before eating.
Frequently asked questions
Is banana oatmeal vegan?
Yes, this recipe is vegan: it uses oat milk and brown sugar. Check the label if you need certified gluten-free oats.
Can I make banana oatmeal in the microwave?
Yes. Mix the oats and oat milk in a large bowl and microwave for about 2 minutes, stirring halfway, then add the toppings.
Can I make it without sugar?
Yes. A very ripe banana adds enough sweetness for most people.
Are oats gluten-free?
Oats are naturally gluten-free but are often processed alongside wheat. Buy oats labelled gluten-free if you need to avoid gluten.
