Wholesome Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bowl – Healthy Breakfast Made Simple
There is something deeply grounding about a warm bowl of oatmeal on a quiet morning. This Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bowl was born out of slow starts and cold mornings when all I wanted was comfort without complication. The scent of cinnamon blooming in simmering water, the gentle swirl of apple puree melting into oats, and that final spoonful of peanut butter turning everything creamy feels like a small act of care you give yourself before the day begins.
I remember making this on mornings when the house was still asleep, standing barefoot in the kitchen, stirring slowly, letting the steam fog up the windows. It’s the kind of breakfast that doesn’t rush you. It waits. It reminds you that nourishment can be simple, affordable, and still feel special. You don’t need fancy ingredients or perfect toppings. Just oats, warmth, and a little patience.
This bowl is filling without being heavy, sweet without being overwhelming, and endlessly adaptable. Some days I add extra fruit, other days just a drizzle of peanut butter and a deep breath before the first bite. It’s comfort food that loves you back, one spoonful at a time.
Recipe Steps for Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bowl :
Step 1
Add water to a pot with cinnamon and salt and bring to a boil. I stirred mine using a Cuisinart Stainless Steel Saucepan, but any pot you already own works perfectly.
Step 2
Add oats and reduce heat to medium. Cook while stirring often. I’m using a OXO Good Grips Wooden Spoon, but whatever spoon you have is just fine.
Step 3
Stir in apple puree, peanut butter, and maple syrup. Mix until creamy. I used a Pyrex Glass Mixing Bowl to prep everything, but no special tools are needed.
Step 4
Divide into bowls and top with apples, pecans, and extra peanut butter if desired.
Why I Chose This Recipe for This Dish Specifically
Uses simple, everyday pantry ingredients that are easy to find
Naturally balanced with carbohydrates, healthy fats, and plant-based protein
Quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy mornings
Comforting and versatile, allowing easy customization with toppings
Suitable for both vegan and non-vegan diets
Why Consuming This Recipe Has Such Good Benefits (Bullet Points Only)
Provides sustained energy from complex carbohydrates in whole oats
Keeps you full longer due to fiber and healthy fats
Supports heart health with unsaturated fats from peanut butter and nuts
Aids digestion and gut health through high dietary fiber
Dietary:
balanced meal, Dairy-Free, family friendly, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
This Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bowl is creamy, naturally sweet, and deeply comforting. Made with oats, apple puree, cinnamon, and peanut butter, it’s a nourishing breakfast that keeps you full and warm.
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bowl Ingredients
3.5cups Water (For cooking oats)
0.25tsp Salt (Adjust to taste)
1tsp Ground cinnamon (Adds warmth)
2cups Rolled oats (Old-fashioned)
0.5cup Apple puree (Unsweetened)
0.25cup Maple syrup (Or honey for non-vegan)
0.25cup Peanut butter (Any nut butter works)
2whole Apples (Sliced, for topping)
0.25cup Pecans (Roughly chopped)
2tbsp Peanut butter (Optional drizzle)
Main Oatmeal Base Instructions
1
Bring water, cinnamon, and salt to a boil.
2
Add oats and cook on medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring.
3
Stir in apple puree, peanut butter, and maple syrup.
4
Cook 1–2 minutes until creamy.
5
Serve with apples, pecans, and peanut butter drizzle.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
Amount Per Serving
Calories420kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat18g28%
Saturated Fat3g15%
Sodium180mg8%
Potassium620mg18%
Total Carbohydrate55g19%
Dietary Fiber10g40%
Sugars18g
Protein14g29%
Vitamin A 320 IU
Vitamin C 6 mg
Calcium 80 mg
Iron 3.2 mg
Vitamin E 3.5 mg
Vitamin K 6 mcg
Thiamin 0.4 mg
Riboflavin 0.2 mg
Niacin 4.5 mg
Vitamin B6 0.3 mg
Folate 60 mcg
Biotin 6 mcg
Pantothenic Acid 0.9 mg
Phosphorus 280 mg
Iodine 12 mcg
Magnesium 140 mg
Zinc 2.4 mg
Selenium 14 mcg
Copper 0.5 mg
Manganese 2.1 mg
Chromium 6 mcg
Molybdenum 18 mcg
Chloride 260 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Substitutions Use almond butter or sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter
Serving ideas Top with bananas, berries, or chia seeds for variety
Mistakes to avoid Do not stop stirring or oats may stick to the bottom
Chef tips Add a splash of milk at the end for extra creaminess
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