Dairy-Free Brown Sugar Oatmeal
Start your day on the right note with this creamy, comforting Dairy-Free Brown Sugar Oatmeal—a quick and wholesome breakfast delight tailored for those seeking a dairy-free option without sacrificing flavor. Made with old-fashioned rolled oats simmered in water and unsweetened almond milk, this oatmeal is perfectly sweetened with brown sugar and warmly spiced with cinnamon and vanilla extract. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe offers endless customization with optional toppings like crunchy nuts or vibrant fresh fruit, making it as nutritious as it is satisfying. Whether you're managing dietary restrictions or simply craving a cozy morning treat, this hearty oatmeal is the perfect way to fuel your day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 cups Water
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup Chopped nuts (optional)
- 0.5 cup Fresh fruit slices (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Stir in the oats and salt, then reduce the heat to medium-low to maintain a simmer.
Cook the oats, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes until they start to thicken.
Add the almond milk and continue to cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring continuously, until the oatmeal reaches your desired thickness.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the brown sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
Divide the oatmeal into two bowls.
Top with chopped nuts and fresh fruit slices if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your dairy-free brown sugar oatmeal immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
630 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.4 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 684 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.2 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.9 g | ||
| Protein | 16.6 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 347 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 742 mg | 16% | |
*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.
