Sometimes my favorite recipes skip getting posted here on the blog because I feel like they are just so simple. Like the concept of peanut butter oatmeal. I mean, you swirl some peanut butter into warm oats, done and done, right? Well, yes. But if you want to try my favorite epic bowl of pb oats, give my recipe for Peanut Butter Cookie Oatmeal a try. It is loaded with nutty goodness and accented by my favorite morning flavors, cinnamon, dark amber maple syrup and bananas...
Peanut butter cookies for breakfast. That's what you get with this bowl. Well, sort've.
More maple? sure!
PB&Oats. Peanut butter is one of those comfort foods that immediately calms me and warms my soul. Maybe because it reminds me of childhood. Or maybe because every spoonful is just so delicious and perfect, just as it is.
This oatmeal is loaded with rich peanut butter, a hint of cinnamon and banana and some maple syrup for sweetness, this bowl really does taste like a cozy big bowl of dessert. But it is loaded with fiber, potassium and it is a good source of protein and healthy fats too. I love this go-to oatmeal bowl for some comfort food in the morning.
And you could even go one step further towards oatmeal dessert bliss and pile on some vegan chocolate chips. Watch them melt into the steamy warm bowl and mingle in pure peanut butter cup perfection.
Or add some goodness to your pb bowl by loading on some fresh or frozen berries. I love raspberries or homemade strawberry jam with these oats!
Or just as it is, simple and sweet, this bowl of oats is a favorite of mine.
Other Nut or Seed Butter Options. And yes, you can absolutely sub in 'sunflower' 'walnut' or 'almond' in place of the 'peanut.'
Almond Butter Cookie Oatmeal or Cashew Butter Cookie Oatmeal works too π
Peanut Butter Cookie Oatmeal
By Published 02/02/2016
This rich and creamy peanut butter oatmeal has sweet maple, banana, cinnamon and non-dairy milk swirled in. So decadent you will not believe this is good for you!
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup steel cut oats
- β teaspoon salt
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- Β½ cup peanut butter (chunky used)***
- 3 tablespoon grade B maple syrup
- 2 tablespoon raw or roasted peanuts, chopped
- Β½ - 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- warm non-dairy milk to taste
- a few drops of vanilla extract or a vanilla bean, optional
- 1-2 banana, sliced
- ***to lighten up calories simply reduce the peanut butter by a bit
Instructions
- Make your oatmeal first. In a large pot add the 4 cups of water and 1 cup of oats and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then cover with lid and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the oats are fluffy and creamy. Sometimes I will add an extra splash of water to my oats. TIP: I usually double this amount and save the leftovers for the next day. Steel cut oats can be great to make in big batches and reheat as needed.
- Add the Β½ cup of peanut butter, optional vanilla and 2 tablespoon of the maple syrup to a small bowl. Warm in the microwave for 30 seconds, then briskly stir them together to get a soft, melted sweet peanut butter. Note: If you do not want to use your microwave, you can do this in a small pot on the stove -- or simple stir both into your warm oatmeal in the big pot.
- Stir half of the melted peanut butter mixture right into the oatmeal - just a light swirl in, it doesn't have to be completely dissolved.
- Scoop oats into your serving bowls. Swirl the remaining peanut butter mixture over top the oats as desired. Sprinkle each serving with cinnamon and add chopped peanuts and sliced banana. Add a splash of the warmed non-dairy milk to taste. You can also drizzle additional maple syrup over top to serve. All the toppings can be added to taste.
- Serve warm. Save leftovers in the fridge and reheat to serve.
Yield: 4 servingsPrep Time: 00 hrs. 10 mins. Cook time: 00 hrs. 25 mins. Total time: 35 mins.
Nutrition
- Calories: 428
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 15g
- Dietaryfiber: 7g
Tags: oatmeal,peanut butter,vegan,breakfast,brunch,cinnamon, banana,oats
Silly side. Hi me. This makes me cringe every time. When I am editing photos and I get to see a lovely selfie in the spoons. I could photoshop myself out, but what fun would that be? Photo-shooting recipes is glamorous work guys. My studio attire for morning shoots: my PJs. Work-from-home perk. Oh and if you look reeeeeally closely, you can see the kitty boxes, and even a Sochi cat perched on top, probably dreaming of all those warm peanut butter aromas. π
Layla says
Omg. I love oatmeal and have tried many many kinds but this has to be my favorite- the creamy oats, peanut butter, warm spices- its so good! Thank you for sharing!!
Anna G. says
So good!! I've never really been an oatmeal person but I think I may be a convert now. π I only had rolled oats on hand, I can imagine it only gets better with that extra chewy factor from sleet-cut.
Athletic Avocado says
This oatmeal is everything I need in life! PB and oatmeal is fantastic!
Ana @ Ana's Rocket Ship says
Mmmm.... peanut butter. mmm..... oatmeal. mmmmm.... bananas. I've just had breakfast. But I could always have another - right?
Kayla Webster says
I might make this for every breakfast for the rest of my life. I have way too much of a sweet tooth π
Jessica Piekenbrock says
And then you can share them with us! π I am a porridge fanatic lol
Jessica Piekenbrock says
I think I remember you mentioning that in your London post, whenever I make it to London I will have to try that place b/c an entire place dedicated to porridge sounds like heaven! π
Kathy Patalsky says
London is a porridge town! They are experts in the Uk. I want to know all their porridge secrets !
Jessica Piekenbrock says
omg I seriously make this at least 1-2 times a week for breakfast! lol I seriously could (and sometimes do) eat oatmeal for breakfast every single day and never get tired of it...so many different add ins to try π
You should do a savory oats breakfast recipe, I love doing savory oats but am afraid I lack in the creativity department and always end up with the same thing lol
Kathy Patalsky says
I was just pondering savory oats last week! I love this amazing porridge restaurant in London called 26 Grains that does amazingly creative + pretty savory grain bowls. I need to try one... Thanks for the idea!
Natalie @ Feasting on Fruit says
When the word 'cookie' sneaks its way into breakfast I'm definitely on board! So many swirly, nutty, syrupy bites mmmm π
Mrs. D. says
I love it! And any simple recipes you post are most welcome to me. Love, A Busy Mom π
Heather McClees says
I just love oatmeal, it's a true comfort food that just happens to be healthy in my book. Oats never get boring to me, and I eat them daily... sometimes at night for dessert! This looks yummy, and I love the selfie!;)
June Burns says
That sounds like my kind of breakfast! A nice dose of peanut butter is always a great way to start the day π
Kathy Patalsky says
Thanks June!