Microwave Banana Oats Bowl (Printable)

A warm bowl of creamy oats and ripe banana, ready quickly for a nutritious breakfast boost.

# What You'll Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1/2 cup rolled oats

→ Liquids

02 - 2/3 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)

→ Fruits

03 - 1 medium ripe banana, sliced

→ Sweetener & Flavor

04 - 1/2 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
05 - 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

→ Optional Toppings

06 - 1 tablespoon chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds)
07 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed
08 - Additional banana slices

# Directions:

01 - In a microwave-safe bowl, mix the rolled oats and milk thoroughly.
02 - Incorporate half of the banana slices, honey or maple syrup, and cinnamon; stir until evenly distributed.
03 - Microwave on high for 1 minute, stir, then continue microwaving for an additional 30 to 60 seconds until oats are creamy and most liquid is absorbed.
04 - Stir once more, then top with the remaining banana slices and desired optional toppings.
05 - Enjoy immediately for optimal flavor and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's genuinely ready faster than most people can pour juice, yet tastes like you actually cared about breakfast.
  • The banana sweetens everything naturally, so you skip the guilt and get pure comfort in a bowl.
  • No special equipment needed—just a microwave and whatever bowl is in your cabinet.
02 -
  • Don't skip the second stir after the first minute—it's the difference between creamy and gluey, and takes five seconds.
  • If you're mashing banana into the mixture, do it before microwaving so it blends in smoothly rather than sitting on top as chunks.
03 -
  • Mash about half the banana into the mixture before microwaving for an even sweeter, creamier texture that feels almost decadent.
  • Add your milk first and your toppings last—it keeps the nuts and seeds crispy instead of soggy.
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