Milk is a part of my breakfast each and every morning. Â Whether it’s swirled into my coffee, whisked into eggs or drizzled over a piping hot bowl of oatmeal, it’s my morning go-to for protein.
This oatmeal recipe is so quick to make that you can make it before you head out the door on weekdays. Â In less than 10 minutes you’ll be eating a bowl of nutritious oats, protein packed milk, heart-healthy almonds, apples and dates. Â Four of the five food groups in one bowl.
Quick Oatmeal with Fruit and Nuts
A quick and satisfying oatmeal. Perfect for a weekday breakfast that is packed with fruit, nuts and protein.
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1/2 cup chopped apple
- 1/3 cup chopped pitted Medjool dates
- 2 tablespoons chopped almonds
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey, divided
- 1 cup lowfat or fat free milk, warmed
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, cinnamon and salt. Bring to a boil. Stir in oats and lower temperature to medium-low. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until desired consistency. Stir in apple, dates and almonds.
- Divide among 4 bowls and top with brown sugar. Serve with warm milk drizzled over the top.
- Serve with a glass of lowfat or fat free milk.
Recipe courtesy of www.farmgirlgourmet.com. Reprinting without permission is unethical.
4 comments
Wow this sounds like an ad and really turns me off. Also, use whole milk; it’s wholesome. Don’t fear fat.
@Loren, how does that sound like an ad??? Sounds tasty to me!
We are big oatmeal lovers here and of course with milk 🙂
This sounds so good! I love oatmeal!
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