Early Morning Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal

We love oatmeal around here.  So when I found a new way to jazz it up, I was all over it. 
Caramelized bananas, cinnamon, and peanut butter??  YES, please!!
Did I mention my new favorite food blog, Oh She Glows? 
Tasty, vegan recipes, with delicious looking pictures. 
Come on, she can even make oatmeal look appetizing!
If it’s anything close to fall-like weather where you live (or, if you’re just looking for a new variation on oatmeal) give this hearty bowl of gooey goodness a try.  It hits the spot in the morning!  Even when it’s still a million degrees outside! 
Serving:  Yields 1 
Ingredients:

• 1 large very ripe banana, peeled and roughly chopped
• 1 tsp non-dairy butter or coconut oil
• 1/2 tbsp natural peanut butter
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2-1 tsp chia seed (or ground flax)
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/8-1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• pinch of salt
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• toppings: heaping 1/2 tbsp peanut butter, nuts, cinnamon, pure maple syrup

1. In a medium-sized pot over medium heat, cook the banana and non-dairy butter or oil for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
2. Stir in 1/2 tbsp peanut butter, and add the oats, chia, milk, spices, and a pinch of salt. Whisk well until combined.
3. Bring to a low boil and then reduce heat to a simmer, stirring often for 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
4. Scoop into a bowl and top with peanut butter, nuts, cinnamon, and maple syrup.