This is my favorite way to make oatmeal on the stovetop! It’s naturally sweetened with banana, so you don’t need to add any extra sugar. It comes together in just 10 minutes and makes a warm, creamy bowl of oatmeal that’s hearty, cozy, and perfect for customizing with all your favorite toppings.

the best stovetop oatmeal

I’ve been making oatmeal like this for years, and it’s still one of my favorite quick and easy breakfasts. It comes together in just a few minutes and turns out so creamy and fluffy every time. I like to stir in chia seeds, which give the oatmeal an extra thick, almost pillowy texture that makes every bite so satisfying.

When it comes to toppings, I love keeping it simple with a drizzle of peanut butter, a handful of goji berries, fresh blueberries, and a sprinkle of cacao nibs for a little crunch. But honestly, the possibilities are endless — you can customize your bowl however you like! This video picked up a lot of traction over on TikTok, and I’m so excited for you to try it too.

Ingredients used in banana sweetened oatmeal

The ingredient list is short and sweet, just like this oatmeal recipe! Grab the handful of ingredients below and let’s get cooking!

old fashioned oats– For this recipe we will be using old fashioned oats. I always pick up a container each week at Trader Joe’s, but feel free to use your favorite brand. Please note, this recipe using old fashioned rolled oats, not quick oats.

liquid of choice– I use two cups of almond milk and one cup of water, but you can substitute to use all almond milk, all water, or any other type of milk/nut-milk alternative.

chia seeds– two tablespoons of chia seeds is what gives this oatmeal that fluffy, drool worthy texture.

toppings of choice– you can get as creative here as you’d like. I personally like cacao nibs, frozen blueberries, goji berries and peanut butter.

other oatmeal recipes to try:

• oatmeal cups four different ways
• birthday cake oatmeal
• nutella baked oats
• cold brew overnight oats

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10 Minute Stovetop Oatmeal- Sweetened with Banana

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Hannah Kling

This is my favorite way to make oatmeal on the stovetop! It’s naturally sweetened with banana, so you don’t need to add any extra sugar. It comes together in just 10 minutes and makes a warm, creamy bowl of oatmeal that’s hearty, cozy, and perfect for customizing with all your favorite toppings.

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 3 servings

Ingredients  

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Oatmeal

• 1 ripe banana
• 1 cup old fashioned oats
• 2 cups almond milk
• 1 cup water
• 2 Tbsp chia seeds

Toppings

• peanut butter
• goji berries
• frozen blueberries
• cacao nibs

Instructions

• In a medium saucepan over medium/low heat, mash down one banana and then add in the oats, almond milk and water. Mix until well combined.
• Stir in chia seeds and allow mixture to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The oats will start to get foamy, that’s okay. Just turn the heat lower if it gets too high and keep stirring.
• When the foam is gone and the oats are cooked, remove from heat and stir in desired toppings.

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