Having a bowl of a warm and freshly cooked banana oatmeal recipe is a great way to add beneficial nutrients and fiber to your diet!
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Studies have shown that eating whole grains (that contain high amounts of dietary fiber), like oats, reduces the risk of heart disease, colorectal cancer, and type 2 diabetes. It also helps with weight loss.
There are many ways to include oats in your diet if you don’t like to eat it plain. You can add it whole, or ground up into oat flour, in your cookies, muffins, scones, biscuits, bread or make granola. Try my Sweet Potato Oatmeal With Pecans And Cranberries or Banana Split Oatmeal.
Have you ever wondered about how rolled oats are processed and how they came about with the different kinds of oats? I recently bought steel cut oat groats (Irish or pinhead), which I had kept putting off buying because I thought it was difficult to prepare. Although it took around 30 minutes to prepare, after soaking overnight, it was worth the experience. I also wanted to add some to my oatmeal soap for its exfoliating properties.
Different types of oats:
1. Whole oat groats are harvested grains which have the inedible hulls removed, they take the longest to cook (45- 60 minutes).
2. Steel Cut Oats, also known as Irish or pinhead oats, are oat groats that are cut into 2 or 3 pieces using a sharp steel blade, allowing them to cook quicker than whole oat groats (around 20-40 minutes). Here are some benefits of steel-cut oats.
3. Scottish Oats are made using a stone to grind the whole groats in smaller pieces of different sizes when cooked it is believed to make a creamier porridge than steel-cut.
4. Rolled Oats or Old-Fashioned Oats are made by steaming whole oat groats, then rolling them into flakes and drying them. The flakes have a greater surface area and therefore cook a lot faster (around 10 minutes). They tend to have a chewier texture in baked goods.
5. Quick or Instant Oats are rolled oats that are pressed thinner than rolled oats. They cook even faster than rolled oats and are mushier than rolled oats. I tend to prefer rolled oats over quick oats and find that rolled oats can be used in place of quick oats in most recipes.
Is Oatmeal Gluten-Free?
Yes, it is gluten-free. Oatmeal doesn’t contain gluten, however, most commercial oatmeal is processed in plants that also process wheat, barley, and rye causing cross-contamination. Purchasing certified gluten-free oatmeal is best in this case.
There are some people who react negatively to the protein avenin found in oatmeal, the same way they react to gluten, the protein found in wheat. It is best if these folks avoid oatmeal altogether.
How To Make Banana Oatmeal Recipe With Old Fashioned Oats
Old fashioned oats are also called rolled oats, they are oats that have been steamed and rolled.
To prepare Banana Oatmeal Recipe:
- Combine almond milk, water, and rolled oats in a saucepan and bring to boil on medium heat.
- Stir and reduce heat to simmer for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat, cover and allow to sit for 2 minutes.
- Stir in mashed banana, maple syrup, almond slices, and blueberries.
Other Vegan Breakfast Recipes To Try
- Banana Porridge
- Quinoa Breakfast Bowl With Berries
- Gluten-Free Granola
- Instant Pot Brown Rice Pudding
- Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge
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Categories
- Categories: Gluten-Free, Vegan
- Course: Breakfast
- Season: All Year
Nutrition
(Per portion)- Energy: 191 kcal / 798 kJ
- Fat: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Carbs: 37 g
Cooking Time
- Preparation: 5 min
- Cooking: 10 min
- Ready in: 15 min
- For:
- 2 Servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats, certified gluten-free
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 tbsp ground flax seed
- 1 banana, mashed or sliced
- 2 tsp maple syrup, or sweetener of choice
- 2 tbsp almond slices
- 1/4 cup blueberries
Instructions
- Combine oats, water, and milk, and bring to boil in a medium-sized saucepan. Reduce to low heat and simmer for 5- 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in flax seeds, banana, and maple syrup. Serve with almonds and blueberries on top.
I’ve made and rated this oatmeal recipe before, but I’m eating it right now and just had to review again. It is the creamiest oatmeal ever! I don’t add sliced almonds but I do add almond butter – always. This batch was topped with frozen wild blueberries (my granddaughter’s favorite) and almond butter. The banana flavor isn’t overpowering at all. This is such a quick and easy oatmeal recipe – warm, comforting. and so satisfying. Ok, I’ve finished this review and my yummy bowl of deliciousness. 👍👍
Thank you again Michelle ❤️
Maureen that’s so sweet of you, thank you for reviewing it and I’m so excited that your granddaughter loves it too. Honestly, with your description, I want oatmeal for supper plus I have some ripe bananas.
Just made this for my granddaughter and I. It’s delicious! I doubled the recipe but only used one banana. Just before serving I added blueberries, diced up strawberries, hemp seeds and a scoop of almond butter. Yummy! Thank you Michelle for a wonderful oatmeal recipe!!
Maureen, I’m so happy you and your granddaughter enjoyed it and I love all the delicious fruits and protein you added. Thank you for your feedback.
I didn’t realise there was so many different types of oats! This looks very simple to make and worth it.
Oatmeal is a great breakfast item! It helps stabilize our blood sugar
I love oatmeal in the morning with blueberries. :)
Oatmeal is a huge staple in our house. This would go great for a Saturday Morning
Oatmeal is one of my favorite breakfast meals. I’ll have to give this recipe a try to spruce up my normal routine.
I just had oatmeal this morning. Very hearty and yummy!
yum! I eat oatmeal almost everyday and I’m always looking for new recipes to try. This one looks great!
This looks yummy. I’ve never had steel cut oats before, but I will look for this.
Not a big fan of blueberry but love oatmeal!
i think i am finally ready to start incorporating oatmeal into my morning routines as it sounds like it will be a great addition for my health
I love oatmeal, especially with fresh fruits. This is such a lovely recipe!
Looks yummy! I’ve actually recently been thinking of becoming a vegetarian.
This is one of my favorite breakfasts ever! Soothing and filling :)
My dad is the oatmeal eater in our family. When he makes it and I just happen to wander over in the morning it’s the only time I’ll eat it. It’s just raisins and a little milk for us! Yum!
Oatmeal is my favorite thing to have for Breakfast! I can’t wait to try this recipe.
I love oatmeal served any which way. I try to mix it up for the kids so I’ll be sure to try your recipe.
Looks delicious and nutritious.
Love banana in my oatmeal with peanut butter. I have try steel cut oats take longer to cook. So I get the other kind roll oats. Your recipe is on point.
I love my oats creamy, and not chewy.Some oats are so chewy you would think you are eating an old goat lol. I love blueberries in my oatmeal and I should try almonds in there too!
I love steel cut oats – but I usually purchase them pre-made. I’m wondering now if I should attempt them for myself.
Thank you for sharing will be saving this for later!
I love blueberries and oatmeal sounds like a delicious recipe for the morning.
The nice thing about oats is the varieties all have the same nutrition. So choose based on what form you like.
This a good way to start off my workday mornings
Bananas and blueberries, this is definitely something my kids will love for breakfast.