This easy berry banana stovetop oatmeal recipe is a healthy and delicious breakfast option. Made with old fashioned oats, it’s ready to eat in just about 10 minutes.

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As a Registered Dietitian, I eat oatmeal for breakfast 99 percent of the time. I truly enjoy it so much because it tastes great, is warm and comforting, and keeps me full for hours until lunchtime. Occasionally I’ll do pancakes or a frittata on weekends, but I always come back to oatmeal!

This berry banana stovetop oatmeal is made with simple, nutritious ingredients. You can make it in 10 minutes, so it’s an easy healthy weekday breakfast idea.

Looking for an even faster oatmeal breakfast? Try making 2-minute microwave oatmeal with old fashioned oats or microwave steel cut oats!

Ingredients in berry banana stovetop oatmeal

You need just 5 ingredients to make berry banana stovetop oatmeal:

  • Old fashioned rolled oats: I like old fashioned rolled oats for stovetop oats because they have a chewy texture but cook up faster than steel cut. You can use quick or steel cut oats for this recipe, but adjust the cooking time accordingly.
  • Frozen mixed berries: I prefer to use frozen berries for this recipe, since they release their juices (and beautiful colors) into the oatmeal better as it cooks. I used a bagged mix of blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, and blackberries. You can use whatever combination of berries you like best!
  • Banana: Mashed ripe banana adds natural sweetness and banana flavor.
  • Chia seeds: These seeds add fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and plant-based protein to this oatmeal recipe. You can omit them if you don’t have or don’t like chia seeds.
  • Cinnamon enhances the sweet flavors in this stovetop oatmeal recipe.

Healthy toppings for stovetop oatmeal

Toppings add so much flavor and additional nutritional benefits to a bowl of oatmeal. Here are some of my favorite healthy oatmeal toppings:

Berry banana stovetop oatmeal ingredients

How to make berry banana stovetop oatmeal

Making stovetop oatmeal with old fashioned rolled oats is easy and simple. You just need oats and water as the base! To make two servings of stovetop oatmeal, boil 1 3/4 cups of water.

Once the water is boiling, add 1 cup of oats and chia seeds. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently. When the oats start to thicken up, add the frozen berries, mashed banana, and cinnamon. Continue to cook to desired thick and creamy texture.

Stovetop oatmeal tip: Similar to making risotto, stirring stovetop oatmeal frequently helps release the starches from the oats, making the oatmeal even creamier.

Portion into two bowls and top with your favorite toppings. I love to add nut butter, fresh berries, and hemp seeds to this berry banana oatmeal.

Two bowls of berry banana stovetop oatmeal with fresh berries, banana slices, and peanut butter

How to store banana berry stovetop oatmeal

You can eat this stovetop oatmeal recipe right away, or store it in the fridge for later consumption. It keeps well for about 3 days.

Store cooked stovetop oatmeal in an airtight container without toppings. You can reheat it in the microwave for 1-2 minutes to make it warm. I recommend adding a splash of plant milk or water when reheating.

Add your toppings when the oatmeal is warm from the microwave.

Two bowls of berry banana stovetop oatmeal with fresh berries, banana slices, and peanut butter

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2 bowls of berry banana stovetop oatmeal with fresh berries, banana slices, and peanut butter

Berry Banana Stovetop Oatmeal

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  • Author: Alex Aldeborgh
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: serves 2
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan
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This easy berry banana stovetop oatmeal recipe is a healthy and delicious breakfast option. Made with old fashioned oats, it’s ready to eat in just about 10 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups water
  • 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup frozen mixed berries
  • 1 very ripe banana, mashed
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • Toppings of choice, such as peanut butter, berries, and hemp seeds.
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Instructions

  1. Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan.
  2. Add the oats and chia seeds, and reduce heat to a simmer.
  3. Cook the oats, stirring frequently.
  4. Once the oats are about halfway done cooking, add the frozen berries, banana, and cinnamon. Stir to combine everything.
  5. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until oatmeal is thick and creamy. 
  6. Portion into two bowls and add your toppings.

Nutrition Disclaimer

As a Registered Dietitian, I create nutritionally-balanced recipes using whole food ingredients to promote good health and well-being.  Additionally, I am a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. My nutrition philosophy encompasses an all-foods-fit approach, and I do not promote tracking calories, macronutrients, or other numbers. Nevertheless, I understand that this information can be educational and helpful for some people.

I cannot guarantee complete accuracy of the nutrition information provided here, as these numbers are estimates. Nutrition is individualized. If you have specific nutrition needs, please consult your physician or a Registered Dietitian. 

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