Deluxe Oatmeal
Start your day with a warm, hearty bowl of Deluxe Oatmeal, a wholesome breakfast packed with flavor and nourishing ingredients. This recipe combines creamy rolled oats simmered with water and your choice of milk for a velvety base, topped with sweet banana slices, juicy fresh berries, and a satisfying crunch of chopped nuts. A sprinkle of ground cinnamon and a drizzle of maple syrup or honey add a touch of natural sweetness, while optional chia seeds or a swirl of nut butter elevate the nutritional profile. Ready in just 15 minutes, this customizable oatmeal is perfect for busy mornings or weekend indulgence. Whether you're looking for a healthy, balanced meal or a comforting bowl of goodness, Deluxe Oatmeal is the ultimate breakfast upgrade!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Rolled oats
- 2 cups Water
- 0.5 cup Milk (of choice, such as almond, oat, or dairy milk)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 whole Banana (sliced)
- 0.5 cup Fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 teaspoon Chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Peanut butter or almond butter (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the water, milk, and salt to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Stir in the rolled oats and reduce the heat to low, allowing the mixture to simmer.
Cook the oats for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they reach a creamy consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the oatmeal sit for a minute to thicken slightly.
Divide the cooked oatmeal into two serving bowls.
Top each bowl with sliced banana, fresh berries, and chopped nuts.
Sprinkle ground cinnamon over the toppings for added flavor.
Drizzle each bowl with maple syrup or honey for sweetness.
Optional: Add a teaspoon of chia seeds or flaxseeds for extra nutrition, or swirl in a dollop of peanut butter or almond butter for richness.
Serve warm and enjoy your hearty Deluxe Oatmeal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
752 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.2 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 765 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.8 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.7 g | ||
| Protein | 23.0 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 375 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1231 mg | 26% | |
*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.
