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Oatmeal Recipes to Celebrate Nat’l PB&J Day!
Mark your calendars, fellow oatmeal lovers! Tomorrow, April 2, is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day. If you’re reading this after April 2, don’t worry. It’s never too late to celebrate with some rich and creamy nut buttery goodness and sweet fruity jam!
I am ashamed to admit it, but j’adore pb&j so much that I actually order them when I see them on menus. Yes, despite (happily) eating a pb&j sandwich almost every day for lunch, I also (happily) pay $7 for one when I go out to restaurants. It’s a serious flaw in my logic.
Well, it seems at least one other person agrees with me because April 2 is declared Peanut Butter and Jelly Day. Let’s pay homage to its greatness! Here are three PB&J recipes to help you celebrate!
PB&J is not just for bananas. And after you try the apple version,
try it with pears!
try it with pears!
I highly recommend using the optional banana! The result will
be oh-so-creamy and luscious.
be oh-so-creamy and luscious.
Because everything’s better with granola on top!
P.S. All the above recipes are made using grape jelly, but your favorite variety will probably work just fine. 🙂
**You can also find hundreds of other oatmeal recipes (as well as tons of other meatless recipes) on my Pinterest account! You can also like The Oatmeal Artist on Facebook. Thanks!
Top 5 Peanut Butter Recipes!
Last week, I happily binged on some peanut butter, licking it off a spoon to my heart’s desire. Earlier this week, I did it again. Why is peanut butter so GOOD? Creamy or crunchy – I do not care. I’ll even take the flavored varieties from Peanut Butter & Co. (Cinnamon Raisin, anyone?)
As frequently as I create and post recipes on here that include peanut butter, it should be no surprise that it’s my favorite ingredient to use in oatmeal. Here is a round-up of my favorite recipes that feature PEANUT BUTTER!
I’m tired of defending my love for PB&J sandwiches. I have no patience for those
who don’t understand the brilliance of this combination.
who don’t understand the brilliance of this combination.
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It has the earthy spice of zucchini bread with a tantalizing smear of peanut butter in every bite. Mmhmm.
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Is this one a cop-out? Well, it’s my blog, so I make the rules. 😉
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It’s kind of like PB&J, but it gets its sweetness from real berries, not sugary jam.
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I don’t have to say anything; just read the comments. 🙂 I think it’s my most commented recipe!
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**You can also find hundreds of other oatmeal recipes (as well as tons of other meatless recipes) on my Pinterest account! You can also like The Oatmeal Artist on Facebook. Thanks!
Baked Banana Oatmeal & Variations
If I wanted to, I could create ten billion recipes of just baked oatmeal based on bananas. So many possibilities!
I liked that idea at first: more posts, right? However, I didn’t want to look like a cheater. Is it fair to share a recipe for baked banana oatmeal, and two days later, post a recipe for baked chai-spiced banana oatmeal?? Nope. So to be fair, I’m going to consolidate it all into one fantastic post packed with fun ideas! (more…)
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PB&J Baked Oatmeal
I love peanut butter and jelly so much, it hurts. [/cliche]
During the first week of school last week, I ended up filling out a couple different get-to-know-you surveys that asked for my favorite food. I first wrote down “oatmeal,” but then I scratched it out and wrote “grilled PB&J sandwich.” As it turns out, that’s a foreign concept to a lot of people. What a shame. (more…)
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Loaded PB&J Oatmeal
Perhaps I’ve been so successful as a vegetarian because my favorite sandwich is PB&J. In fact, one of my favorite restaurants/coffee shops in town offers this divine, gourmet PB&J. It uses natural peanut butter, homemade mixed berry jam, sliced bananas, and homemade granola, all between locally made bakery bread…and then it’s grilled. (more…)
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Loaded Banana Oatmeal
Do you ever have trouble deciding which kind of oatmeal to make in the morning because you kind of just want everything??
If so, this one’s for YOU. It’s like an Everything Bagel, without the garlic.
Normally, when we hear the word “loaded,” we think of heart attacks like loaded chili or loaded baked potatoes, which usually feature bacon, sour cream, and junk food like “Funyuns.” No, thanks.
THIS loaded concoction can be as healthy (or unhealthy) as you like. For a healthier route, look for toppings like fresh fruit, dried fruit, peanut butter, puffed rice, any type of yogurt, nuts, raw chia or hemp seed, banana butter, sunflower or pumpkin seeds, shredded coconut, granola, or more sliced banana. You could also add maple syrup or honey on top.
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Variations on PB Oatmeal
Considering my love for peanut butter, it’s no surprise that it frequently finds its way into my oatmeal! I was editing my 3 Basic Oatmeal Recipes post this morning, and I was baffled at how to display all the possibilities for peanut butter oatmeal without it being cluttered and confusing. Finally, I realized it deserved its own page. Think of all the variations I’ve created!
Here is a list of possible variations for my basic peanut butter oatmeal:
Chunky vs. Creamy:
The most obvious variation is to experiment with both chunky and creamy nut butters. I normally buy creamy PB, but chunky PB is exceptional in oatmeal! Give it a shot!
Peanut Butter & Banana:
Add a mashed banana (or half of one) after adding the oats, OR add banana butter when serving.
PB&J:
Stir in jam or jelly while the oatmeal is cooking OR drizzle/whirl it into the top of the oatmeal when serving. You could also make it with banana or apple.
PB2:
Whisk in 2 tbsp of PB2 before your liquid begins to boil for an extra flavor boost.
Honey-Nut:
Drizzle honey generously when serving. You could also add apples!
Not Peanut Butter:
Try using almond, cashew, or any other nut butter in place of the peanut butter.
Chocolate Peanut Butter:
Use a chocolate PB (like this one, or even something like Nutella), OR add 1-2 tbsp cocoa powder in place of the cinnamon.
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PB&J & Apple Oatmeal
I have another oatmeal recipe for you. It’s basically the combination of several of my favorite oatmeal recipes. I woke up Monday morning craving peanut butter, but I needed to use up half an apple I had in the fridge, so I just kind of threw it all together. Naturally, it was delightful (I think I’ve made less than three “bad” bowls of oatmeal in my life. It’s hard to screw up!).
As you all know, Banana PB&J Oatmeal is one of my absolute favorites. However, I am constantly bombarded with messages from people who A) hate bananas, or B) are allergic. 🙁 This recipe is a wonderful substitute. Obviously it tastes much different than Banana PB&J, but it’s delicious in its own way (kind of like how a veggie burger doesn’t taste like a beef burger, but it tastes equally amazing* in its own way).
Basic Oatmeal How-To (3 Simple Recipes)
I really love oatmeal. It’s not just something I eat in the winter time, and it’s not something I eat once a month. I have it at least four times a week, all year round.
I had oatmeal for the first time two years ago, during my sophomore year of college. I knew I needed more soluble fiber in my diet to get my digestion issues under control, but I also wanted a low-cal option to help me lose my freshmen you-don’t-even-want-to-know-how-much.
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