Kid Friendly Oatmeal
Start your mornings off right with this Kid Friendly Oatmeal recipe—a wholesome, customizable breakfast designed to please even the pickiest eaters. Made with a mix of rolled oats, creamy milk, and mashed banana for natural sweetness, this easy 15-minute recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious. A dash of cinnamon and a splash of vanilla extract add warm, comforting flavors, while optional toppings like fresh fruit, raisins, or chocolate chips make it fun and versatile for little ones. Perfect for busy mornings, this hearty bowl of oatmeal provides a balanced meal packed with fiber and energy to fuel your child’s day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 banana, mashed
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup chopped fresh fruit (e.g., berries, apple, or pear)
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chips or raisins (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, milk, and water. Stir well to mix.
Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let the oats cook, stirring often, for 5-7 minutes until the oatmeal thickens and reaches your desired consistency.
Mash the banana in a small bowl and stir it into the oatmeal for natural sweetness.
Add the honey (if using), cinnamon, and vanilla extract, and stir to combine.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and spoon the oatmeal into bowls.
Top each bowl with your child’s favorite fresh fruit, such as sliced berries or chopped apple.
For an extra treat, sprinkle the oatmeal with a few chocolate chips or raisins.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.8 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 113 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.3 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.0 g | ||
| Protein | 22.9 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 389 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 895 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
