Creamy Oatmeal
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 874kcal
A classic, comforting breakfast, this Creamy Oatmeal recipe is a beautiful way to start your day. You only need 5 minutes and the toppings and type of milk are totally customisable to suit everyone's tastes.
Ingredients
Oats
- 75 g quick oats
- 375 ml milk (see note 1)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
Toppings
- 1 tbsp milk (see note 1)
- ½ banana, sliced
- 3 strawberries, sliced
- 1 tbsp nuts of choice (I used walnuts)
- 1 tbsp coconut flakes
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients – Combine the oats ingredients in a small saucepan in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Cook – Cook, stirring continually, for 2–3 minutes or until it reaches your desired consistency. The oats will continue to thicken as they cool.
- Serve with toppings – Serve in a bowl topped with the additional milk, banana, strawberries, nuts, coconut flakes, maple syrup and cinnamon.
Notes
Note 1 – You can use any milk of your choice. For a less creamy consistency, use half water and half milk.
Additional topping suggestions – Any fruit (such as sliced apples or raspberries), dried fruit (apricot or cranberries/"craisins"), cocoa nibs, brown sugar instead of maple syrup.
MAKE AHEAD
Best made and served immediately. Not suitable to refrigerate or freeze.LEFTOVERS
Best made and served immediately. Not suitable to refrigerate or freeze.Nutrition Facts
Creamy Oatmeal
Amount per Serving
Calories
874
% Daily Value*
Fat
37
g
57
%
Saturated Fat
14
g
88
%
Trans Fat
0.02
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
13
g
Monounsaturated Fat
6
g
Cholesterol
49
mg
16
%
Sodium
166
mg
7
%
Potassium
1373
mg
39
%
Carbohydrates
116
g
39
%
Fiber
17
g
71
%
Sugar
47
g
52
%
Protein
30
g
60
%
Vitamin A
716
IU
14
%
Vitamin C
27
mg
33
%
Calcium
702
mg
70
%
Iron
6
mg
33
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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