Description
A warm, cozy, and naturally sweetened oatmeal topped with rich caramelized bananas. This quick and easy breakfast is vegan, dairy-free, and perfect for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
Oatmeal:
- 1 cup rolled (old-fashioned) oats
- 2 cups non-dairy milk (I love soy or almond)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Caramelized Bananas:
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced into thick disks
- 1–2 tablespoons refined coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (plus extra for drizzling, if desired)
Instructions
Cook the Oatmeal
- In a medium pot, bring the oats and non-dairy milk to a gentle boil.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
- Reduce the heat and let it simmer until the oats are thick and creamy (about 5–7 minutes), stirring occasionally.
2. Caramelize the Bananas
- While the oatmeal cooks, heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the maple syrup and stir until it starts bubbling.
- Place banana slices in the pan in a single layer. Cook for 3–5 minutes per side, flipping carefully until golden brown and caramelized.
3. Assemble & Serve
- Spoon the oatmeal into bowls.
- Top with the caramelized bananas and drizzle with additional maple syrup if desired.
- Sprinkle with extra cinnamon, crushed walnuts, pecans, or a dollop of nut butter.
Notes
- Make it extra creamy: Stir in a splash of coconut milk before serving.
- Add a protein boost: Mix in a scoop of protein powder or top with almond butter.
- Want more crunch? Sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes or granola.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg