Peanut Butter Oatmeal

Start the morning with Peanut Butter Oatmeal for a ready-to-go breakfast!

This delicious breakfast bowl is packed with fiber, protein and healthy fats, making it the perfect way to start your day off on the right foot.

This protein packed recipe for breakfast is always a hit with my teens.

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Give your family meals a powerful boost for breakfast with a better-for-you option that packs a protein punch.

Adding a nutrient-rich powerhouse like peanuts as a key ingredient in meals throughout the day makes it easier to zero in on health goals.

In fact, peanuts rise to superfood status by delivering 19 vitamins and minerals plus 7 grams of protein per serving.

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A special thanks to the Georgia Peanut Commission for this recipe.

While you’re at it – If you’re looking to start your day off with a smoothie chock full of protein and taste, try this Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie as well.

Peanut Butter Oatmeal

Ingredients for peanut butter oatmeal

• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons chunky peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons raisins
• 1 banana, sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 teaspoons maple syrup

Oatmeal Directions

In medium saucepan, combine oats, water and salt.

Bring to boil then reduce heat to medium. Cook 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat and add peanut butter. Stir until peanut butter melts.

Add brown sugar, raisins, banana, cinnamon and vanilla extract; stir.

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Divide oatmeal into two bowls. Top each bowl with 1/4 cup milk and 1 teaspoon maple syrup.

And if you’re making this morning treat for your kids, why not incorporate it into a learning opportunity with peanuts unit study resources.

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