Quick Oatmeal Raisin Bowl
Start your day with a warm and wholesome Quick Oatmeal Raisin Bowl—ready in just 10 minutes! This easy recipe combines the nutty goodness of rolled oats with the natural sweetness of raisins and a hint of aromatic cinnamon for a comforting breakfast that feels like a cozy hug in a bowl. Customize it to your taste by adding a splash of vanilla, a sprinkle of brown sugar, or your favorite toppings like chopped nuts and fresh fruits for added texture and flavor. Perfect for busy mornings or a relaxed weekend treat, this nutritious oatmeal recipe is simple, satisfying, and easily adaptable to dairy-free diets. Warm, hearty, and packed with fiber, it’s the ultimate go-to breakfast for a nourishing start to your day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 0.5 cup water
- 0.25 cup raisins
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts, almonds, optional)
- 0.5 cup fresh fruit (e.g., banana slices or berries, optional)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine rolled oats, milk, and water. Stir well to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Add the raisins, ground cinnamon, and brown sugar (if using) to the saucepan. Stir well to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Continue cooking the oatmeal for 4-5 minutes, or until it reaches your desired consistency. Stir frequently during this time.
Once the oatmeal is cooked, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract (if using).
Transfer the oatmeal to a serving bowl and top with chopped nuts and fresh fruit if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your comforting Quick Oatmeal Raisin Bowl!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
765 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.0 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 116 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.0 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.4 g | ||
| Protein | 26.3 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 424 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1276 mg | 27% | |
*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.
