Vegan Creamy Oatmeal with Dried Fruits
Start your day with a comforting bowl of Vegan Creamy Oatmeal with Dried Fruits, a wholesome recipe that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Made with hearty rolled oats simmered in creamy almond milk and water, this plant-based breakfast is naturally sweetened with maple syrup and infused with warm vanilla and cinnamon for cozy flavors in every bite. A colorful medley of dried cranberries, chopped apricots, figs, and sliced almonds adds texture and bursts of fruity goodness, while chia seeds bring an extra boost of protein and omega-3s. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dairy-free oatmeal is perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekends. Top it off with fresh berries for an extra pop of color and freshness—this vegan oatmeal is the ultimate balance of health and indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups almond milk
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup chopped dried apricots
- 0.25 cup dried figs, chopped
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 0.5 cup fresh berries (optional for topping)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, almond milk, and water. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Reduce the heat to low and add the maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir occasionally, allowing the oats to cook and thicken for about 5 to 7 minutes.
Once the oatmeal has reached your desired consistency, stir in the dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots, dried figs, sliced almonds, and chia seeds.
Continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes, ensuring that the dried fruits are warmed through and the flavors meld together.
Remove the oatmeal from heat and let it sit for a minute to thicken slightly.
Divide the creamy oatmeal into two bowls and top with fresh berries if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your nourishing Vegan Creamy Oatmeal with Dried Fruits.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
551 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.4 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 432 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.7 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 632 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 751 mg | 16% | |
*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.
