Description
A quick and easy oatmeal bowl perfect for kids, packed with the flavors of peanut butter and banana.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup mashed ripe banana
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- Optional toppings: sliced banana, a sprinkle of cinnamon, a drizzle of honey (for kids over 1)
Instructions
- Combine oats and milk in a small saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the oatmeal reaches your desired consistency, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in mashed banana and peanut butter until well combined and creamy.
- Pour into a bowl.
- Add any desired toppings.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust the milk quantity for a thinner or thicker oatmeal.
- You can use instant oats, but cooking time will be shorter. Follow package directions.
- For younger toddlers, ensure the peanut butter is well mixed in and there are no large pieces.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Bowl
- Calories: Approximately 300-400 (varies based on milk and toppings)
- Sugar: Varies based on banana ripeness and added sweeteners
- Sodium: Varies based on peanut butter
- Fat: Varies based on milk and peanut butter
- Saturated Fat: Varies based on milk and peanut butter
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies based on peanut butter
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Varies based on oats, banana, and milk
- Fiber: Varies based on oats and banana
- Protein: Varies based on milk and peanut butter
- Cholesterol: Varies based on milk