Creamy Banana Porridge

There's something incredibly comforting about a warm bowl of Creamy Banana Porridge on a chilly morning. Sweet, nutty, and naturally flavoured with ripe banana, this easy breakfast is a simple pleasure that never fails to satisfy. Whether you call it banana porridge or banana oatmeal porridge, it's one of those tasty recipes that fills you up, nourishes you, and sets the tone for a great day ahead.

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• Why Does Banana Porridge Make a Perfect Breakfast?
• Ingredients and Substitutes
• Step-By-Step Method
• Other Porridge Topping Ideas
• Recipe FAQs
• Other Breakfast Recipes
• Have More Bananas To Use Up?
• Creamy Banana Porridge

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Why Does Banana Porridge Make a Perfect Breakfast?

Here's why it's a winning breakfast for the whole family:

• Quick and easy: Ready in under 10 minutes, even on a busy weekday.
• Naturally sweet: Mashed banana adds sweetness, so you can reduce refined sugars.
• Nourishing and filling: Oats provide slow-release energy to keep you full for hours.
• Customisable: Works with any milk - dairy, soy milk, almond milk, or oat milk - depending on your personal preference.
• Wholesome and healthy: Full of fibre, potassium, and resistant starch (especially in less ripe bananas), helping stabilise blood sugar levels.

And let's be honest - what a great way to use up that overripe banana on your counter?

And it is, of course, delicious, just like our Sweet Potato Porridge and Carrot Cake Porridge! Fancy a dessert for breakfast? Try our Bakewell Tart Porridge!

Ingredients and Substitutes

Here's everything you'll need for this healthy breakfast:

Porridge oats: Use rolled oats, old-fashioned oats, and gluten-free oats, if required. For a thicker, more traditional texture, steel-cut oats can work - just increase the cooking time.

Milk: For an extra creamy porridge, use whole milk. For lighter or dairy-free versions, almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk give beautiful results. You can even add a splash of fresh coconut milk for a subtle tropical note.

Banana: Choose a ripe, yellow banana with a few brown spots - it'll mash smoothly and add plenty of sweetness. Avoid unripe bananas.

Toasted flaked almonds: They bring a nutty crunch that contrasts perfectly with the soft porridge. Try pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, or toasted coconut as alternatives.

Honey: Swap for pure maple syrup, agave nectar, coconut sugar or even brown sugar if you prefer a different sweetness profile.

Optional additions: a pinch of ground cinnamon, a few drops of vanilla extract, or a drizzle of condensed milk can elevate your porridge to something truly special.

Find ingredient quantities, detailed instructions and nutritional information in the recipe card at the bottom of the post. 

Step-By-Step Method

1. Combine porridge oats and milk in a small saucepan and place over medium heat.

2. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring often for 3-4 minutes, until the porridge thickens to your liking. Add a splash of extra milk at the end of cooking if it gets too thick.

3. Meanwhile, mash half the banana in a small bowl with a fork. Slice the rest of the banana for topping.

4. Stir the mashed banana into the porridge for natural sweetness and that signature creamy texture.

5. Pour into a bowl, top with sliced banana, toasted almonds, and drizzle with honey or your favourite syrup.

Other Porridge Topping Ideas

Change up your breakfast routine with these delicious variations:

• A spoonful of peanut butter and fresh banana slices.
• Peanut butter and raspberry jam for a nostalgic PB&J twist.
• A sprinkle of toasted desiccated coconut for tropical flair.
• Candied pecans or pumpkin seeds for crunch.
• A handful of fresh fruit like blueberries, raspberries, or sliced kiwi.
• A light dusting of ground cinnamon or a drizzle of maple syrup for a cosy finish.

Recipe FAQs

Other Breakfast Recipes

If you love a hearty breakfast, try some of our other delicious recipes that'll keep you going all morning:

• Huevos Rancheros | Mexican Breakfast
• Apple and Cinnamon Porridge
• Sweet Potato Porridge
• Carrot Cake Porridge
• Bakewell Tart Porridge
• Overnight Oats with Cinnamon

Have More Bananas To Use Up?

We never complain when we have more bananas than we can eat! If you too Bananas are one of those simple ingredients that can go a long way. Don't let them over-ripen - turn them into something amazing! Try:

• Vegan Refined Sugar-Free Banana Pancakes
• Salted Caramel Banana Tarte Tatin
• Pecan Praline & Banana Parfait
• Gulgula (Indian Banana Doughnuts)

A bowl of creamy banana porridge is one of life's small joys - comforting, quick, and endlessly adaptable. Whether you're feeding the whole family or just yourself before heading out the door, this banana porridge recipe proves that the best way to start the day is with something warm, wholesome, and made with love.