Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 3 1/4 cups water
  • 2 medium bananas (smashed really well (use just one if you are not a banana lover))
  • 2 cups old fashioned rolled oats (be sure to use certified gluten free oats for gluten free])
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • Nut butter
  • Chopped nuts or seeds
  • Fresh fruit
  • Dried fruit
  • Spices (more cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger)
  • Cocoa powder
  • Chocolate chips
  • Granola
  • Plant milk
  • Pure maple syrup

Instruction

  • Smash the bananas really well until they resemble puree.
  • Add the water to a pot on the stove and whisk in the banana until well incorporated.
  • Add the oats to the water and THEN turn on the stove to medium-high. As soon as the oatmeal comes to a simmer, turn down the heat to low, add the cinnamon and salt, and cook until desired consistency, stirring occasionally, This takes less than 10 minutes.
  • Spoon into individual bowls and top with (or stir in) ingredients of choice.