Ultimate Caramelized Banana Oatmeal Recipe for Quick Energy
Author:nina
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:2 servings 1x
Description
Boost mornings with caramelized banana oatmeal a quick energypacked meal blending sweet bananas and wholesome oats for lasting fuel and flavor
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned preferred)
2 cups milk or plant-based milk (almond, oat, or cow’s milk)
2 large ripe bananas, sliced
2 tablespoons brown sugar (or maple syrup/honey alternative)
1 tablespoon butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Heat the milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once warming, stir in oats, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently, stirring occasionally.
Peel ripe bananas and slice thickly. Melt butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Place banana slices in a single layer, sprinkle brown sugar on top, and let caramelize undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until golden and bubbling.
Flip bananas and cook for another 1-2 minutes until caramelized and fragrant.
Once oatmeal is creamy and thickened, stir in vanilla extract and remove from heat.
Serve oatmeal in bowls topped with warm caramelized bananas and caramel sauce from the pan.
