Description
Caramelized Banana Porridge is a warm, cozy breakfast that combines creamy oats with rich, golden bananas cooked in butter and maple syrup. It’s naturally sweetened, full of flavor, and perfect for a comforting morning meal that feels indulgent yet wholesome.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Porridge
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups milk or dairy-free milk
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
For the Caramelized Bananas
- 1 tbsp butter or coconut oil
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
Additional Flavorings and Toppings
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Chopped nuts or seeds for topping (optional)
- Extra milk or syrup for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Porridge: In a small pot, combine rolled oats, milk, salt, and cinnamon. Place over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes until the oats have absorbed the liquid and the mixture is thick and creamy.
- Caramelize the Bananas: While the oats cook, heat butter or coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced bananas and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until they start to soften and brown. Drizzle the maple syrup or honey over the bananas and continue cooking for another 1 to 2 minutes, flipping once, until the bananas are golden and sticky with a caramelized glaze.
- Finish the Porridge: Stir the vanilla extract into the cooked porridge to add depth of flavor. Spoon the porridge into serving bowls.
- Assemble and Serve: Top each bowl of porridge with the caramelized bananas. Add a drizzle of extra syrup if desired and sprinkle with chopped nuts or seeds for texture and crunch. Serve warm with a splash of additional milk if you prefer a creamier consistency.
Notes
- For extra protein, stir in a spoonful of nut butter or a scoop of protein powder after cooking the porridge.
- Add chia seeds or flaxseeds to the porridge mixture or as a topping for a fiber boost.
- Use coconut oil instead of butter for a dairy-free version.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup or honey used in the bananas and topping.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
