Description
This Show Stopper Oatmeal with Caramelised Bananas is a luscious, nutrient-packed breakfast that combines the wholesome goodness of gluten-free oats soaked overnight in nut milk, infused with chia seeds and warming cinnamon. Topped with rich caramelised bananas cooked in coconut oil and maple syrup, fresh raspberries, pomegranate seeds, smooth nut butter, and crunchy homemade granola, this recipe offers an indulgent yet wholesome start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Basic Oatmeal
- ½ cup gluten free porridge oats
- 1 cup nut milk of choice
- 1 tsp chia seeds or flax seeds
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
Caramelised Bananas
- 1 banana
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Oatmeal Toppings
- A handful of raspberries
- 1 tbsp pomegranate seeds
- 1 tsp smooth nut butter
- A sprinkle of homemade granola
Instructions
- Prepare the oatmeal: In a bowl, combine the gluten-free oats, nut milk, chia or flax seeds, maple syrup, and ground cinnamon. Stir thoroughly to mix all ingredients well. Cover and refrigerate overnight to allow the oats to soak and soften. This base can be enjoyed cold directly or warmed up the next day according to preference.
- Warm up (optional): If you prefer your oatmeal hot, gently warm the soaked oats in the microwave for a few minutes or heat them in a saucepan on the stove. Adjust the amount of nut milk to achieve your desired porridge consistency.
- Caramelise the bananas: Heat 1 teaspoon of coconut oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once heated, carefully place the banana slices in the pan, spacing them out so they do not touch. Cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes until golden brown on the bottom. Flip the bananas gently and cook the other side for an additional 2 minutes. Pour in the maple syrup and let it bubble for about 2 minutes until the syrup thickens and coats the bananas with a sticky glaze.
- Assemble and serve: Spoon the warmed or cold oatmeal into serving bowls. Top generously with the caramelised bananas, fresh raspberries, pomegranate seeds, a dollop of your preferred nut butter, and a sprinkle of homemade granola to add layers of flavor and texture. Serve immediately and enjoy a nutritious, delicious breakfast treat.
Notes
- Nutritional information provided covers only the oatmeal and caramelised bananas without the additional toppings.
- Adjust nut milk amount to your preferred porridge thickness.
- Use ripe but firm bananas for best caramelising results.
- The recipe is easily adaptable to vegan and gluten-free diets by selecting appropriate nut milk and oats certified gluten-free.
- To save time, the oatmeal can be prepped up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
