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Carob-Spiced Banana Flax Oatmeal recipes

Carob-Spiced Banana Flax Oatmeal recipes

This recipe guides you through creating a wholesome Carob-Spiced Banana Flax Oatmeal. It combines instant oats with ripe banana, Greek yogurt, and aromatic spices like carob and cinnamon, finished with vanilla and flax seed. Optional golden raisins add a touch of sweetness, making for a comforting and nutritious breakfast.
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Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 1 people
Calories 416.1 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Small Saucepan
  • 1 Measuring Cups
  • 1 Measuring Spoons
  • 1 Whisk or Spoon for stirring
  • 1 Serving Bowl

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1 cup distilled water if you do not want a porridgy oatmeal use 3/4 cup
  • 1/4 cup instant oats
  • 2 tbs. plain full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 large ripe banana mashed or chopped into cubes
  • 1/2 tsp. carob powder
  • 1/8 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp. ground flax seed
  • 1/8 cup golden raisins optional-pre-soaked for 5 minutes to soften
  • maple syrup

Instructions
 

  • Combine the distilled water (or preferred amount for consistency) and instant oats in a small saucepan.
  • Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • While the oats are cooking, prepare the banana by mashing it thoroughly or chopping it into small cubes.
  • Once the oats have absorbed most of the water and reached your desired consistency, remove the saucepan from the heat.
  • Stir in the plain full-fat Greek yogurt, prepared banana, carob powder, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and ground flax seed.
  • If using, add the pre-soaked golden raisins at this point.
  • Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined and the spices are evenly distributed throughout the oatmeal.
  • Transfer the prepared oatmeal into a serving bowl.
  • Drizzle with maple syrup to your desired level of sweetness.
  • Serve warm and enjoy immediately.

Notes

For a less 'porridgy' oatmeal, adhere to 3/4 cup of water; 1 cup yields a thicker, more traditional consistency. Adjust water to your personal texture preference. Ensure the banana is very ripe for optimal sweetness and easy mashing. If opting for chopped banana cubes, incorporate them towards the end to maintain some textural integrity. Both carob and cinnamon can be adjusted to taste; start with the recommended amounts and increase if a bolder spice profile is desired. The vanilla extract is key for brightening the overall flavor. Pre-soaking raisins is crucial for a softer texture and better integration into the oatmeal.