Raisin Oatmeal with Spices
Start your morning with a cozy, comforting bowl of Raisin Oatmeal with Spices, a breakfast that balances wholesome nutrition with irresistible flavor. This easy recipe combines tender rolled oats cooked with creamy milk (dairy or plant-based) and plump raisins, simmered to perfection with a blend of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. A touch of vanilla and a drizzle of brown sugar or maple syrup elevate its natural sweetness, while optional toppings like crunchy nuts or fresh fruit add delightful texture and a burst of freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this spiced oatmeal is not only a nourishing way to begin your day but also a versatile dish that can be tailored to your taste. Perfect for cozy mornings, its aroma and flavor will make it a staple in your breakfast routine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups water
- 0.5 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 0.25 cup raisins
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (optional, for topping)
- fresh fruit (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the water and milk to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Stir in the rolled oats, raisins, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and a pinch of salt.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture cook, stirring occasionally, for about 8–10 minutes or until the oats are tender and the mixture has thickened to your desired consistency.
Once the oatmeal is cooked, stir in the vanilla extract and brown sugar (or maple syrup) for sweetness.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the oatmeal sit for 1–2 minutes to slightly cool and thicken further.
Spoon the oatmeal into bowls and top with chopped nuts and fresh fruit, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your flavorful, spiced raisin oatmeal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
695 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.4 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 225 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 123.0 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.6 g | ||
| Protein | 22.2 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 297 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1058 mg | 23% | |
*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.
