Oatmeal with Fruit and Nuts
A simple and wholesome breakfast featuring creamy rolled oats, sweet fresh fruit, and crunchy nuts. This quick-to-prepare meal is naturally vegan and can be customized with your favorite toppings.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 13 min
- Serves
- 2
- Difficulty
- Easy
Allergen information: may contain gluten, milk, nuts, and tree nuts. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 1 cuprolled oats
- 2 cupwater
- 0.5 cupplant milk, unsweetened(optional)
fruit topping
- 1 pcsbanana, sliced
- 0.5 cupberries, fresh or frozen
nut topping
- 2 tbspwalnut, chopped
sweetener
- 1 tbspmaple syrup(optional)
spice
- 0.25 tspcinnamon, ground(optional)
Equipment
measuring cup · saucepan · spoon · cutting board · knife · serving bowls
The method
Step by step
- 1
Combine the rolled oats and water in a medium saucepan.
About 1 min
- 2
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
About 3 min
- 3
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the oats are tender and have absorbed most of the liquid.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Stir frequently to prevent sticking, especially towards the end of cooking.
- 4
If using, stir in the plant milk, cinnamon, and maple syrup.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Adjust sweetness to your preference.
- 5
Divide the cooked oatmeal into two bowls.
- 6
Top each bowl with the sliced banana, berries, and chopped walnut.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Feel free to use any fresh fruit or nuts you have on hand.
- 7
Serve immediately and enjoy.
Keep it good
Store leftover oatmeal in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat in a saucepan or microwave with a splash of water or plant milk until warm.
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