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A bowl of creamy oatmeal topped with sliced bananas, pecans, and drizzled with honey, perfect for busy weeknight breakfast ideas.

12 Genius Breakfast Ideas Recipes Ideas for Busy Weeknights

As a pediatric dietitian, I see parents struggling with busy weeknights. After a long day, I created a quick, nutritious breakfast solution for my son using gluten-free staples. This recipe simplifies meal planning for your busy mornings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 265
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Old-fashioned oats
  • 2 cups Unsweetened vanilla almond milk
  • 1/4 cup Chia seeds
  • 1/2 tsp. Ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. Kosher salt
  • 2 medium Ripe bananas 1 mashed, 1 sliced for serving
  • 2 Tbsp. Pure maple syrup plus more for drizzling
  • 1/2 cup Pecans toasted and chopped

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine oats, almond milk, chia seeds, cinnamon, salt, and 2 cups water. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and gently simmer, stirring occasionally, until the oatmeal thickens, which takes 4 to 6 minutes.
  2. Fold in the mashed banana and maple syrup.
  3. Serve the oatmeal topped with the sliced banana, pecans, and an extra drizzle of maple syrup if you want more sweetness.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 6gFat: 12.5gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 212mgFiber: 7gSugar: 10.5g

Notes

This recipe is a quick, gluten-free option for busy families and working professionals who need nutritious breakfasts ready fast.

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