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Irresistible Valentines Snacks Oatmeal Bowl Recipe with Bananas and Cookies

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A cozy and indulgent oatmeal bowl combining creamy rolled oats, ripe bananas, and crunchy crushed cookies, perfect for a special Valentine’s Day breakfast or any comforting snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
  • 1 ½ cups (360ml) milk or dairy-free alternative (whole milk, almond milk, or oat milk)
  • 1 large ripe banana, sliced
  • 1–2 tablespoons brown sugar or maple syrup (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup (30g) crushed cookies (buttery shortbread or chocolate chip recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon butter or coconut oil (optional)
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Measure and combine 1 cup rolled oats and 1 ½ cups milk or dairy-free alternative in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Cook the oats, stirring occasionally, for 7-9 minutes until thickened and creamy but still slightly firm. Add more milk if needed to loosen.
  3. Stir in ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt.
  4. Add 1-2 tablespoons brown sugar or maple syrup to taste and stir well.
  5. While oats cook, slice one large ripe banana into thin rounds.
  6. Crush about ¼ cup cookies by hand or with a rolling pin until a mix of crumbs and chunks forms.
  7. Transfer cooked oats to a serving bowl. Arrange banana slices on top and sprinkle crushed cookies generously over the bowl.
  8. Optionally, melt 1 teaspoon butter or coconut oil and drizzle over the top for extra richness.
  9. Serve immediately to enjoy the cookies’ crunch.

Notes

Add crushed cookies just before serving to keep them crunchy. Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness. For vegan version, use plant-based milk, dairy-free cookies, and coconut oil instead of butter. Store cooked oats separately from toppings if preparing ahead.

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Keywords: oatmeal bowl, banana oatmeal, crushed cookies, Valentine's Day breakfast, quick oatmeal, cozy breakfast, sweet snack

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