Banana Bread Blended Oats Bowl (Printable Version)
Whirl oats, banana, and cinnamon in a blender for a velvety, spiced morning bowl inspired by banana bread flavors.
# What You'll Need:
→ Blended Oats Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1 large ripe banana
03 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
04 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional)
→ Toppings
10 - 1/2 banana, sliced
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans
12 - 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips (optional)
13 - 1 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
14 - Additional maple syrup or honey, for drizzling
# How To Make:
01 - Combine rolled oats, ripe banana, milk, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and chia seeds in a blender container.
02 - Process on high speed for 30-60 seconds until completely smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down sides as needed.
03 - Pour the blended oat mixture into a medium saucepan.
04 - Heat over medium setting, stirring constantly for 4-5 minutes until mixture thickens and reaches desired consistency.
05 - Divide the hot blended oats evenly between two serving bowls.
06 - Arrange sliced banana, chopped nuts, chocolate chips, coconut, and a drizzle of sweetener on top of each portion.
07 - Present warm and enjoy while the oats retain optimal temperature and texture.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It tastes exactly like warm banana bread but requires zero baking and zero morning effort
- The texture from blending oats instead of cooking them whole is something I genuinely can't describe without using the word luxurious
02 -
- The first time I made this, I tried skipping the stovetop step and it was fine but not special—that brief heating time somehow intensifies all the flavors
- If your mixture seems too thick after blending, add milk one tablespoon at a time until it reaches your preferred consistency
03 -
- If your bananas aren't quite ripe enough, a quick 10-minute bake at 350°F (175°C) will soften them up and concentrate the natural sugars
- Let the mixture rest for a minute after cooking—the texture continues to develop and becomes even creamier