Description
Make breakfast fun with Dinosaur Oatmeal. This easy recipe is perfect for busy mornings and picky eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/2 banana, mashed
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: berries, sliced banana, nuts, seeds, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or shaped fruit like dinosaur footprints
Instructions
- Combine oats and milk in a small saucepan.
- Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring, until the oatmeal is thick and creamy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the mashed banana and vanilla extract.
- Pour into a bowl.
- Decorate with your favorite toppings to create a fun dinosaur theme.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of milk for desired consistency.
- For younger children, puree or mash fruit toppings for easier eating.
- Get creative with toppings to make different dinosaur scenes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving