There's no doubt that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. After 7-8 hours of no food, breakfast gives your body the ability to kick start your day, and when your breakfast is balanced and nutritious, you are in a good mood and focus on your day better. For children, a good breakfast has shown a direct correlation with improved memory and concentration and lowered stress.
However, with the busy lifestyles we lead nowadays, many of us have trouble rustling up a huge breakfast with several dishes. Just the thought of washing up afterwards can give us nightmares! So the solution is to opt for quick and easy, yet healthy breakfasts, and ensuring that they include all the nutrients your child needs for a good, active day. One such recipe that we have for you today is a Banana Coconut Oats Porridge recipe, that's ideal even for babies!
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup quick cooking oats
- 1 banana, chopped (best if overripe)
- 2 tbsp shredded coconut
- 1/4 tsp grated nutmeg (optional)
- Pinch of powdered cinnamon
Method
1. Bring the water to a boil in a small saucepan.
2. Add the oats, chopped banana, coconut, and nutmeg. Simmer and cook till you get a smooth mixture.
3. Turn off the heat and serve in individual bowls. Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
For toddlers, you add a splash of milk and if you like, a sprinkling of brown sugar as well. Isn't this a super-easy breakfast? It's also a great way to use up leftover ripe bananas, that everyone refuses to eat! You can also add in some nuts for the adults to bring in some crunch. Now you don't need to wake up at 4:00 AM just to cook, and you can smile knowing that your family's got the energy they need to tackle their day!
Banana Coconut Oats Porridge
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup quick cooking oats
- 1 banana, chopped (best if overripe)
- 2 tbsp shredded coconut
- ¼ tsp grated nutmeg (optional)
- Pinch of powdered cinnamon
- Bring the water to a boil in a small saucepan.
- Add the oats, chopped banana, coconut, and nutmeg. Simmer and cook till you get a smooth mixture.
- Turn off the heat and serve in individual bowls. Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Lots of Love,
