Greek Yogurt Oatmeal
Greek Yogurt Oatmeal combines old fashioned oats cooked with optional banana slices, cinnamon, and vanilla, then stirred with creamy Greek yogurt for a rich texture. The oatmeal is tender and thick after cooking in a water or milk base, with banana melting into the oats if used. This makes a satisfying breakfast with added protein and a touch of natural sweetness when made with banana or other sweeteners. It's adaptable to your taste with optional toppings like fresh fruit, granola, or nut butters to add crunch and flavor.
Ingredients
- ½ cup old fashioned oats
- ½ banana sliced (optional)*
- pinch of sea salt
- 1 ¼ cup water milk or a blend of both
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon optional, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- ½ teaspoon vanilla optional, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt plus more if you'd like
Instructions
- Add oats, banana slices and sea salt to a pot. Add water/milk and stir to combine. Add cinnamon and vanilla, if using. Heat over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes or until all the liquid has been absorbed. Be sure to stir the oats several times while cooking to make sure the banana slices melt into the oats. You’ll know the oatmeal is done when all the liquid is absorbed and the oats are thick and fluffy.
- Remove oats from the heat and stir in Greek yogurt. Start with 1/4 cup and add more if you'd like. Transfer oats to a bowl and top with your favorite oatmeal toppings. I used banana slices, blueberries, granola and peanut butter.
Notes
- To sweeten, you can replace the banana with maple syrup, honey, coconut sugar, or stevia depending on your preference.
- Stir the oats while cooking to ensure even softening and to help the banana slices blend smoothly.
- Adjust the amount of Greek yogurt added to suit desired creaminess and tanginess.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 267
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 267kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 45g | 15% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.