A classic, comforting breakfast, this Creamy Oatmeal recipe is a beautiful way to start your day. You only need 5 minutes and the toppings and type of milk are totally customisable to suit everyone's tastes.
Combine the ingredients – Combine the oats ingredients in a small saucepan in a saucepan over medium heat.
Cook – Cook, stirring continually, for 2–3 minutes or until it reaches your desired consistency. The oats will continue to thicken as they cool.
Serve with toppings – Serve in a bowl topped with the additional milk, banana, strawberries, nuts, coconut flakes, maple syrup and cinnamon.
Notes
Note 1 – You can use any milk of your choice. For a less creamy consistency, use half water and half milk.Additional topping suggestions – Any fruit (such as sliced apples or raspberries), dried fruit (apricot or cranberries/"craisins"), cocoa nibs, brown sugar instead of maple syrup.
MAKE AHEAD
Best made and served immediately. Not suitable to refrigerate or freeze.
LEFTOVERS
Best made and served immediately. Not suitable to refrigerate or freeze.
Nutrition Facts
Creamy Oatmeal
Amount per Serving
Calories
851
% Daily Value*
Fat
35
g
54
%
Saturated Fat
14
g
88
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
11
g
Monounsaturated Fat
8
g
Cholesterol
41
mg
14
%
Sodium
158
mg
7
%
Potassium
1220
mg
35
%
Carbohydrates
97
g
32
%
Fiber
15
g
63
%
Sugar
50
g
56
%
Protein
28
g
56
%
Calcium
581
mg
58
%
Iron
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.