Vegan Maple and Brown Sugar Oatmeal
Start your morning with a comforting bowl of Vegan Maple and Brown Sugar Oatmeal, a quick and wholesome breakfast that’s as satisfying as it is simple to make. This creamy oatmeal is simmered to perfection with rolled oats, unsweetened almond milk, and water, then delicately sweetened with pure maple syrup and brown sugar for a naturally rich flavor. A touch of ground cinnamon and vanilla extract adds warmth, while optional toppings like chopped nuts or fresh fruit allow you to personalize each serving. Ready in just 15 minutes, this plant-based recipe is perfect for busy mornings or a cozy weekend treat. Packed with fiber and indulgent flavor, it’s a heartwarming way to fuel your day the vegan way!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 0.5 cup fresh fruit (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, water, and unsweetened almond milk.
Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until the oatmeal starts to thicken, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Stir in the pure maple syrup, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt.
Continue to cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until the oatmeal reaches your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and let it sit for a minute to cool slightly.
Serve the oatmeal warm topped with your choice of chopped nuts or fresh fruit if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.3 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 344 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 297 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 225 mg | 5% | |
*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.
