Hello everyone!
I hope you are all doing well.
I don’t know about you guys, but whenever I search for healthy breakfast ideas, oatmeal would be the first thing on the list. It looks aesthetically pleasing but far from appetizing, for me personally. Mainly because I don’t enjoy the combination fruits-oatmeal or nuts-oatmeal (which are the toppings that most people recommend), and also I am not a sweet tooth person, especially in the morning.
I’ve been curious to try oatmeal, but never found a light/ simple recipe that I could easily make every morning, with accessible ingredients. Until one time I came across a What I eat in a day video of Annie Jaffrey, where she showed the way she made her oatmeal, and I really liked it. Though I modified the recipe, I am really happy with how it turned out.
I thought, for today’s post, I would share with you this simple and quick oatmeal recipe.
You will need:
- Milk
- Oats
- 2 to 3 dates (cut into pieces).
- A handful of raisins
- A lot of honey.
Side note: I cook my oatmeal with milk, and I like it to be “liquid” rather than dry; that’s why I put enough milk (almost double the quantity of oat) so that it can keep its creamy texture.
Method:
1- After pouring milk on top of the dry oats, give the oats a stir until the milk is evenly distributed.
2- Add your pieces of dates and raisins.
3- Stir the oatmeal periodically while it’s cooking. Usually it takes about 8 to 10 minutes for it to be ready, but the exact cook time will depend on the amount and type of oats youโre preparing.
4- Transfer your oatmeal to a deep serving bowl.
5- Finally, add the amount of honey you desire. I usually add 2 tablespoons of it.
TADAA โค ๐
This has been my favourite breakfast for months now. I just love the way dates melt in the oatmeal, and add a natural sweetness to it.
There you have it. I really hope you enjoyed this post.
Now it’s your turn: What is your favourite oatmeal topping?
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I always make oatmeal with water, but I bet it’s more luxurious with milk – I will have to try that sometime!
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Yes, I used to like it with water too. Now I prefer it with milk; it gives it a creamy texture and it makes it more filling. Thank you for commenting. Have a nice and safe day ๐
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I love oatmeal, your recipe sounds great ๐ And you have a very lovely blog!! ๐
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Thank you so much. So glad you liked it. Your blog is amazing too ๐คโค
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Thanks dear! ๐
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Mmmmm yummy! Thanks for sharing xx
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So glad you liked it! Thank you for commenting ๐ค
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You hit me straight in the “stomach” with this oatmeal and raisins recipe ๐ will try it for sure thanks ๐
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Oh I am so happy to know that. I hope you will like it. Thank you so much for commenting. Have a nice and safe day โค
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You’re welcome๐ท
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That looks so good! I love oatmeal x
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Thank you so much. So happy you liked it. Have a lovely day ๐
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Iโve been loving oatmeal for breakfast as the weather has gotten colder (: itโs so yummy and helps with staying fuller longer
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I agree! It is the best breakfast for cold winter mornings. Thank you for commenting. Have a lovely day ๐ค
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Great post ๐
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Thank you so much. So glad you liked it. Have a lovely day! ๐
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I sometimes have oatmeal for breakfast and def it’s a healthy meal. It’s perfect for the cold winter days ๐
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Yes, I agree! So warm for the cold winter mornings, and actually really filling! Thank you my dear for the constant support. Have a nice and safe day ๐๐
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Sounds yummy and healthy too.
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Thank you so much. I am glad you liked it! Have a nice and safe day ๐ค๐
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