Scrambled Oats (5 Ingredients)

 

Bored of eating oats the same way all the time? You need to try Scrambled Oats! A simple stovetop breakfast made by cooking a banana-oat batter like a thin oat pancake, flipping it, then breaking it up in the pan so it turns into soft, scrambled-style pieces - like a softer granola. Added flaxseeds for extra fibre and naturally sweetened with just banana. Just 5 ingredients that you probably have in your kitchen already

This scrambled oats recipe is one of those trust-the-process recipes. It is also one of those recipes that tastes far better than it looks (especially in the pan). It's a great way to change up the way you eat oats for breakfast, and so many different ways to serve it too.

I saw it going viral on TikTok a while back, so I wanted to make my own higher fibre version. The final texture is soft, slightly chewy, and best served warm with milk or Greek yogurt and fresh fruit.

This recipe is not the same as creamy stovetop porridge. It is firmer, more textured, and closer to soft baked oats broken into pieces. The banana gives it natural sweetness, the cinnamon adds warmth, and there are so many different ways to serve it and top it too.

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Bored of eating oats the same way all the time? You need to try Scrambled Oats! A simple stovetop breakfast made by cooking a banana-oat batter like a thin oat pancake, flipping it, then breaking it up in the pan so it turns into soft, scrambled-style pieces - like a softer granola. Added flaxseeds for extra fibre and naturally sweetened with just banana. Just 5 ingredients that you probably have in your kitchen already.

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4. Step 4: Cook for 4 minutes, or until the underside is set and golden and the top looks mostly firm. Carefully flip it over and cook for 2 minutes on the second side.

5. Step 5: Use a spatula to break it up into rough pieces so it looks like a scramble.

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This scrambled oats recipe is one of those trust-the-process recipes. It is also one of those recipes that tastes far better than it looks (especially in the pan). It's a great way to change up the way you eat oats for breakfast, and so many different ways to serve it too.

I saw it going viral on TikTok a while back, so I wanted to make my own higher fibre version. The final texture is soft, slightly chewy, and best served warm with milk or Greek yogurt and fresh fruit.

This recipe is not the same as creamy stovetop porridge. It is firmer, more textured, and closer to soft baked oats broken into pieces. The banana gives it natural sweetness, the cinnamon adds warmth, and there are so many different ways to serve it and top it too.

Looking for more ways to use oats? Why not try these delicious Overnight Oats with Frozen Fruit, easy Blender Protein Pancakes or our simple Banana Oat Waffles?

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Ingredients and Substitutions

A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.

• Banana - Make sure it's a really ripe banana, as they will have the most sweetness.
• Oats - Rolled oats give the best texture. Quick oats will work, but the result will be softer and less textured. Steel-cut oats are not suitable here unless they are pre-cooked.
• Flaxseeds - These could be swapped for chia seeds.
• Egg - A medium sized egg. If you are using a large egg, you may want to add some more oats.
• Cinnamon - This could be swapped for ground ginger or nutmeg if you prefer.

Variations

Chocolate - Add 1 teaspoon cocoa powder to the batter for a chocolatey twist.

High fibre - Add 1 extra teaspoon of flaxseeds or a teaspoon of chia seeds to the batter. You may need a small splash of milk if the mixture becomes too thick.

Smoother - Blend the ingredients into a smoother batter before cooking. This gives a more even texture.

How To Make Scrambled Oats

1. Step 1: Mash the banana in a bowl until mostly smooth. Add the egg, flaxseeds, oats, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt (optional).
2. Step 2: Mix until fully combined. Let the mixture sit for 2 to 3 minutes so the oats and flaxseeds can absorb some moisture.
3. 5. Step 5: Cook for 2 minutes more, stirring and turning the pieces so they dry slightly and cook through, forming small clusters.

3. Step 3: Heat a non-stick frying pan over low to medium heat and lightly grease the pan. Pour the oat mixture into the pan and spread it into an even layer, like a thick pancake.
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