Chai Oatmeal
Start your morning with a cozy and flavorful twist on a breakfast classic—Chai Oatmeal. Infused with the warm, aromatic spices of chai, this creamy oatmeal combines rolled oats with a perfectly steeped blend of cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and cloves for a comforting, spiced delight. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey and enriched with a hint of vanilla, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it ideal for busy mornings. Customize your bowl with crunchy sliced almonds and your favorite fresh or dried fruits for added texture and flavor. Whether you're looking for a nutritious breakfast or a hearty snack, this chai-inspired oatmeal is the perfect balance of warmth, sweetness, and spice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 piece chai tea bag
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 0.125 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds or chopped nuts (optional, for topping)
- 0.25 cup fresh or dried fruit (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the water and milk. Heat over medium heat until it begins to steam but does not boil.
Add the chai tea bag to the liquid and steep for about 2-3 minutes, or until the liquid is infused with the chai flavor. Remove the tea bag and discard it.
Stir in the rolled oats, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cardamom, and ground cloves. Mix well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes or until the oats are cooked to your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the maple syrup or honey and vanilla extract. Adjust the sweetness to taste, if necessary.
Divide the oatmeal into two serving bowls.
Top with sliced almonds, chopped nuts, and fresh or dried fruit, if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
722 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.1 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 121 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.2 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.9 g | ||
| Protein | 25.8 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 459 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1176 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
