Step 1

Add oats and almond milk to a glass or other microwave safe container that is taller than necessary to keep the liquid from boiling over (I use a glass Pyrex 2 cup measuring cup).

Step 2

Microwave on 70-80% power for 90 seconds. Add maple syrup, peanut butter, cinnamon, and vanilla. Stir and microwave for another 90 seconds. If oats are not cooked thoroughly, microwave for another 30-90 seconds (the need for this will depend on the strength of your microwave).

Step 3

Stir to evenly mix peanut butter in.  Add sliced banana and chopped nuts (if desired) and eat right away, as soon as it is cool enough.