Desert Style Oatmeal
Transform your breakfast routine with this enticing Desert Style Oatmeal, a rich and aromatic dish inspired by Middle Eastern flavors. Featuring wholesome rolled oats simmered to creamy perfection, this recipe is sweetened naturally with luscious date syrup and accented by the warm, comforting spices of cinnamon and cardamom. Textural contrast comes from an irresistible topping of toasted slivered almonds, pistachios, and tender chunks of dates, making every spoonful a burst of luxurious flavor. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 15 minutes, is the perfect balance of nourishing and indulgent, ideal for anyone craving a unique, hearty breakfast. Serve it warm and garnish with an extra drizzle of date syrup for a decadent touch that will transport your taste buds straight to the desert. Keywords: oatmeal recipe, date syrup oatmeal, cinnamon oatmeal, Middle Eastern breakfast, healthy breakfast ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups water
- 0.5 cup milk (or plant-based milk)
- 2 tablespoons date syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 2 tablespoons chopped dates
- 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
- 2 tablespoons shelled pistachios
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the slivered almonds and shelled pistachios for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Set aside for later use.
In a medium pot, combine the rolled oats, water, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the oats have absorbed most of the water and the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
Stir in the milk, date syrup, ground cinnamon, and ground cardamom. Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
Remove the pot from the heat and gently fold in the chopped dates.
Divide the oatmeal into two bowls. Top each serving with the toasted almonds, pistachios, and an extra drizzle of date syrup, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy the desert-inspired flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
946 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.6 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 658 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.4 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.8 g | ||
| Protein | 33.0 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 407 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1479 mg | 31% | |
*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.
