Shanika Graham-White
Jamaican-Inspired Banana Oatmeal Porridge
This nourishing breakfast is satiating and full of healthy omegas and fiber.
May 19, 2025
Bananas lend natural sweetness to this warming bowl of morning porridge from the Orchids + Sweet Tea: Plant-Forward Recipes with Jamaican Flavor & Southern Charm cookbook. Add your favorite stewed berries or a spoonful of coconut cream for a special addition.
What you need:
1 cup rolled oats
3 cups unsweetened almond milk
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
2 ripe bananas, mashed
¼ cup lightly packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For topping:
¼ cup chopped walnuts
1 banana, sliced
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
What you do:
- Into a medium-size saucepan over medium-high heat, add oats, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring regularly, until porridge has thickened enough to coat back of a spoon, about 10 minutes.
- Add mashed bananas, brown sugar, and vanilla and stir until combined and sugar has fully dissolved, another 2 to 3 minutes.
- To serve, divide oatmeal into two bowls. Top with chopped walnuts, sliced banana, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
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