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Blended Oats

Blended oats are a quick, creamy breakfast powerhouse that transforms ordinary oatmeal into a smooth, pudding-like bowl of comfort in under five minutes. This recipe combines rolled oats with milk, banana, nut butter, sweetener, and vanilla to create a satisfying and customizable breakfast.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Modern American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats old-fashioned, not instant
  • 3/4 cup milk dairy, almond, oat, or coconut
  • 1/2 banana frozen or fresh
  • 1 tablespoon nut butter peanut, almond, or cashew
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Equipment

  • High-speed blender or standard blender
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cereal bowl or serving dish
  • Spoon for stirring and eating
  • Spatula for scraping blender sides

Method
 

  1. Pour 1/2 cup of rolled oats into your blender, then add 3/4 cup of milk.
  2. Slice your banana in half and add it to the blender along with the oats and milk.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon of your chosen nut butter directly into the blender, placing it on top of the liquid for easier blending.
  4. Pour in 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  5. Add a tiny pinch of salt to enhance all the other flavors.
  6. Start your blender on low speed and gradually increase to high speed. Blend for 30 to 45 seconds until smooth and pudding-like with no visible oat chunks.
  7. Check the texture and if it’s too thick, add a splash more milk and blend again; if too thin, add another tablespoon of oats and blend again.
  8. Pour the blended oats into your favorite breakfast bowl while the mixture is still fresh.
  9. Top with granola, fresh berries, a drizzle of nut butter, or any toppings you like, then serve immediately.

Notes

Freeze ripe bananas in advance by slicing and storing them in a freezer bag for up to three months. Use rolled oats for best texture and avoid instant oats for a creamier consistency. Adjust sweetness or milk quantity to your preference before serving.