Creamy No-Fail Oatmeal Recipe
A simple, creamy oatmeal recipe perfect for quick and cozy breakfasts. This no-fail method yields a luscious texture with a hint of vanilla and cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Total Time: 17-19 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (90g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 ½ cups (600ml) milk of your choice (whole milk, almond, or oat milk)
- ½ cup (120ml) water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1–2 tablespoons brown sugar or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil (optional)
Instructions
- Combine 1 cup rolled oats, 2 ½ cups milk, and ½ cup water in a medium saucepan.
- Place the pan over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to avoid sticking.
- After about 7 minutes, stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Lower heat to medium-low and gently stir every minute or so for another 5-7 minutes until creamy but slightly textured.
- Turn off heat and stir in 1-2 tablespoons brown sugar or maple syrup and 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil if using.
- Cover the saucepan and let the oatmeal rest off the heat for 2-3 minutes to thicken and become creamy.
- Spoon into bowls and garnish with fresh berries, sliced bananas, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of honey as desired.
Notes
Stir gently and often to prevent sticking and mushiness. Let oatmeal rest covered off heat for best creamy texture. Adjust sweetness after cooking. Use certified gluten-free oats if gluten-sensitive. For vegan version, use plant-based milk and coconut oil instead of butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup cooked o
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 7
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