Description
This comforting, warm porridge topped with golden, caramelized bananas is the ultimate cozy breakfast. Creamy oats meet sweet, buttery bananas, making it a delicious and nourishing start to your day!
Ingredients
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For the Porridge:
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (or steel-cut oats, adjust cooking time accordingly)
- 1 cup milk (or water, or plant-based milk)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For the Caramelized Bananas:
- 1 banana, sliced lengthwise or into rounds
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar (or maple syrup)
- Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
Optional Toppings:
- Chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
- Drizzle of honey or maple syrup
- Yogurt or a splash of milk
- Granola
Instructions
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Prepare the Porridge:
- In a saucepan, combine oats, milk, cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the oats are tender (about 5-7 minutes for rolled oats; longer for steel-cut oats).
- Adjust the consistency with more milk or water if needed. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Caramelize the Bananas:
- Heat coconut oil or butter in a small skillet over medium heat.
- Add banana slices to the skillet and sprinkle with brown sugar.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until golden and caramelized. Flip and cook the other side for another 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon, if desired.
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Assemble and Serve:
- Spoon the porridge into a bowl.
- Top with the caramelized banana slices.
- Add your favorite toppings such as nuts, a drizzle of honey, or granola for added crunch and sweetness.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, use plant-based milk like almond, oat, or coconut milk.
- Adjust sweetness according to your preference by using maple syrup instead of brown sugar for the caramelized bananas.
- This porridge can be stored in the refrigerator for 1-2 days if you have leftovers. Reheat with a splash of milk or water to loosen it up.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350kcal
- Sugar: 15-20g
- Sodium: 150-200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg