Creamy Oatmeal is a comforting breakfast that the whole family will love. It’s incredibly simple to make and only takes a few minutes on the stove, making it the perfect nourishing breakfast for busy mornings. Mix the oats with milk and heat before adding your favourite toppings – try fruit, nuts and a drizzle of maple syrup or honey, or whatever you think sounds good. The variations are endless! Check the recipe notes for further topping suggestions.
Can you make Creamy Oatmeal ahead of time?
Creamy Oatmeal is best made and served immediately. Not suitable to refrigerate or freeze.
Creamy Oatmeal
Share PrintA 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.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine the oats ingredients in a small saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring continually, for 2–3 minutes or until it reaches your desired consistency. The oats will continue to thicken as they cool.
- Serve in a bowl topped with the additional milk, banana, strawberries, nuts, coconut flakes, maple syrup and cinnamon.
Nutrition information
Nutrition Facts
Creamy Oatmeal
Amount per Serving
Calories
874
% Daily Value*
Fat
37
g
57
%
Saturated Fat
14
g
88
%
Trans Fat
0.02
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
13
g
Monounsaturated Fat
6
g
Cholesterol
49
mg
16
%
Sodium
166
mg
7
%
Potassium
1373
mg
39
%
Carbohydrates
116
g
39
%
Fiber
17
g
71
%
Sugar
47
g
52
%
Protein
30
g
60
%
Vitamin A
716
IU
14
%
Vitamin C
27
mg
33
%
Calcium
702
mg
70
%
Iron
6
mg
33
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Disclaimer re gluten-free and dairy-free recipes
Recipe 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), cocoa nibs, brown sugar instead of maple syrup.
