Peanut Butter Oatmeal: a delicious, healthy breakfast recipe you can make in no time

For a healthy, hearty, yet cozy breakfast, you'll never grow tired of, there's nothing like homemade peanut butter oatmeal. This irresistible breakfast is made with thick old-fashioned oats, banana, peanut butter, and chia seeds, seasoned with a dash of warming cinnamon. It's wonderful on a chilly autumn morning and will help keep you full for hours. The best part (besides how easy it is to make) is that you can customize peanut butter oatmeal to suit your tastes. Add more spices, or top it off with fresh fruit or nuts. Grab a pot, gather your ingredients and let's get cooking!

How to Make Peanut Butter Oatmeal

One of the reasons we love peanut butter oatmeal is that it's so incredibly easy to make. Just pour all of the ingredients into a medium-sized pot and stir. Turn the heat up to medium-high and cook the oatmeal for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring as it cooks. Once the liquid has been absorbed into the oatmeal, you're ready to enjoy it!

Tips for Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal

You can make this tasty breakfast vegan-friendly by using water or non-dairy milk to cook the oats.

Love almond butter? Can't get enough cashew butter? Use your favorite nut butter in this recipe.

To make overnight oats, use 2 cups of water (or milk) instead of 3. Combine the ingredients, cover, and leave in the fridge overnight.

The oatmeal is done when all the liquid is absorbed.

Oatmeal Topping Ideas

There are a seemingly endless number of topics you can add to your oatmeal. Drizzle some honey or maple syrup over the top. Throw in some fresh berries, chopped fresh figs, sliced apples or pears, or a dollop of pureed pumpkin.

Make your morning bowl of oatmeal ultra-decadent with chocolate chips. Add some nuts and seeds for crunch or mix in a dash of nutmeg or cloves – the list goes on!

How to Store Peanut Butter Oatmeal

Transfer the oatmeal to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 5 days. It can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Instructions

Put oats, banana, chia seeds, cinnamon, salt, and water in a pot over medium-high heat.

Stir, then cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Notes

You can use a mix of water and milk or water and non-dairy milk to cook your oatmeal.