Now doesn't that look like a good way to start a morning?! This quick blueberry banana oatmeal is sure to make you smile. It's:
Ready in 7 minutes
Bursting with sweet blueberries and bananas
So colourful
And sure to keep you full and happy!
Why Make This Oatmeal
Well... it's tasty, it's thrifty, and it's timely!
- Fresh or frozen blueberries and sliced banana provide the fruity goodness.
- Chia seeds add an extra boost of superfood magic.
- Our beloved Canadian maple syrup provides a bit of added sweetness and taste of home.
- And you can top it off with toasted walnuts and peanut butter for an extra punch of protein and nutty warmth!
Recipe Cost For Blueberry Banana Oatmeal
Two servings of these quick oats cost us $1.13 CAD. That's $0.57 a serving!
If we load it up with toppings and add ¼ cup toasted walnuts, 1 tablespoon peanut butter, an extra banana, and another ¼ cup of blueberries... our cost goes up to: $1.92 CAD or $0.96/serving.
If we purchase oatmeal from a cafe it will cost us, at least, $2.50/serving. And if I do say so myself... it probably doesn't look or taste as good as this one!
Time Needed
7 minutes start to finish. That's about it!
- The beauty of using quick cooking oats is just that! They're quick.
- Using frozen blueberries means we can enjoy this oatmeal off-season and not pay more for fresh, out-of-season blueberries.
- And this blueberry banana oatmeal can easily be made as overnight oats and ready for you in the morning!
For another overnight oat recipe, take a look at our PB Banana Chip Oats. Swap out the chocolate chips for blueberries, decrease the amount of peanut butter, and add in a touch of cinnamon and cardamom!
Is your mouth watering yet? Can you taste the blueberry goodness?
Let us know in the comments below if you brighten up your morning with this brain boosting bowl of quick blueberry banana oatmeal! Remember to send us the pictures of your creations using #tastythriftytimely on Instagram!
And try out our Blueberry Pear Smoothie, for an afternoon blueberry brain boost!
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Blueberry Banana Oatmeal - Quick & Oh So Good
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This quick blueberry banana oatmeal is sure to start your morning off right. Ready in 7 minutes, loaded with flavour, and bursting with fun!
Ingredients
- 1 cup oats, quick cooking (can use rolled)
- 2 cups water
- 1 pinch salt
- ½ cup frozen blueberries
- 1 sliced banana*
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- optional: pinch cardamom
- optional: sprinkle of cinnamon
- optional toppings: ¼ cup toasted walnuts, *1 extra banana, ¼ cup extra blueberries, 1 tablespoon peanut butter
*Fresh ingredients you need that are not part of our pantry and freezer tips.
Instructions
- Combine oats, water, and pinch of salt in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Bring to a boil, stir and reduce to a simmer.
- Add blueberries, sliced banana, chia seeds, maple syrup and spices if using.
- Cook, stirring, for about 3 minutes until the oats are tender and warmed through.
- To serve, spoon into bowls and enjoy! Top with more banana, peanut butter, toasted walnuts, and another drizzle of maple syrup if desired!
Notes
*Cost Comparison: Approximately $1.13 CAD ($0.57/serving) for base oatmeal vs. $2.50 or more if we purchase oatmeal from a cafe. If topping with ¼ cup toasted walnuts, 1 tablespoon peanut butter, 1 additional banana, and ¼ cup extra blueberries the cost goes up to: $1.92 ($0.96/serving).
*If using steel-cut oats, combine ¾ cup oats with 1½ cup water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 7 minutes. Add blueberries, banana, maple syrup, and spices and cook for an additional 3 minutes until oats are tender. For creamier oats, add ¼ cup plant milk. Using steel-cut oats brings the cost of this oatmeal to: $2.19 CAD (roughly, $1.10/serving).
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
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