A satisfying and filling breakfast that is sure to fill you up until lunch, made in under 10 minutes.
Cook the oatmeal according to package directions, adding 1 cup of oats to 2 cups of boiling water with salt added. Reduce to a simmer.
Slice 1/2 of the banana and add it to the oatmeal. Set a timer for 5 minutes. Stir until bananas are well-stirred and start to melt. Add 1 heaping Tbsp of peanut butter (or alternative) and stir in well.
At 4 minutes left on the timer, add the frozen berries and vanilla. Stir in and let sit for a minute.
While the berries are defrosting, slice the other half of your banana and set aside. If adding chopped nuts, chop those now as well.
When the timer beeps, take the pot off of the heat and put the lid on. Let sit for 2 minutes.
Divide the oatmeal evenly into two bowls, add the bananas and chopped nuts (if using) to the top, and enjoy!
If you like, add milk or milk alternative to your oatmeal before serving. Dried cranberries or raisins are also a great addition here.