Description

A warm, comforting bowl of peanut butter oatmeal that’s quick to make and packed with flavor. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or snack, this recipe combines creamy oats with rich peanut butter and optional bananas for a sweet, nutritious start to your day.

Ingredients

Scale

1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil
2 cups Old Fashioned rolled oats (do not use instant oats or steel cut oats)
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup water
1 cup milk, oat milk or almond milk (or additional water)
2 ripe bananas, mashed (optional)
2 to 3 tablespoons peanut butter
Toppings: honey or maple syrup drizzle, berry jam, fresh fruit, etc.

Instructions

In a saucepan, melt butter or coconut oil over medium heat.
Add water and milk, and bring to a gentle boil.
Stir in rolled oats, cinnamon, and salt; cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until thickened.
Reduce heat and fold in mashed bananas (if using) and peanut butter until fully incorporated.
Serve warm, topped with honey, maple syrup, jam, or fresh fruit as desired.

Notes

For a dairy‑free version, use coconut oil and plant‑based milk. Substitute almond butter for peanut butter if preferred. Leftovers store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of milk.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 12
Sodium: 150
Fat: 15
Saturated Fat: 6
Unsaturated Fat: 8
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 45
Fiber: 5
Protein: 12
Cholesterol: 30

Keywords: peanut butter, oatmeal, breakfast, easy, vegetarian