Gluten-Free Creamy Oatmeal with Dried Fruits
Start your day with a warm and wholesome bowl of **Gluten-Free Creamy Oatmeal with Dried Fruits**, a comforting breakfast that’s as nourishing as it is indulgent. Made with gluten-free rolled oats simmered to velvety perfection in creamy almond milk, this recipe is a perfect choice for those seeking a hearty breakfast free of gluten. Sweetened naturally with dried cranberries, apricots, and figs, each spoonful offers a delightful burst of fruity flavor. Enhanced with hints of vanilla and optional toppings like crunchy nuts and fragrant cinnamon, this oatmeal strikes the perfect balance between decadent and healthful. Easy to prepare in under 20 minutes, it’s ideal for busy mornings but luxurious enough to savor during a leisurely start to your day. Perfect for breakfast enthusiasts looking for a **gluten-free oatmeal recipe**, this dish proves that healthy eating can be irresistibly delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Gluten-free rolled oats
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons Dried apricots, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Dried figs, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts (optional, for topping)
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the gluten-free rolled oats, almond milk, and water.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and add the salt, stirring to combine.
Add the dried cranberries, chopped apricots, and chopped figs to the saucepan and mix well.
Continue to cook the oatmeal on low heat, stirring frequently, for about 10-12 minutes or until the oats are tender and the mixture reaches your desired creaminess.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the honey (or maple syrup) and vanilla extract.
Divide the oatmeal into two bowls.
If desired, top each serving with chopped nuts and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious gluten-free creamy oatmeal with dried fruits!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
676 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.2 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 901 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.6 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.8 g | ||
| Protein | 16.7 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 960 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 876 mg | 19% | |
*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.
