How to Make Oatmeal

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 5

Total Time: 10

Serves 1

This is my go-to healthy oatmeal recipe. It's creamy, nourishing, and delicious with all sorts of seasonal toppings! Find a few of my favorite combinations below.

Ingredients

1 cup water
½ cup whole rolled oats
Pinch sea salt
Cinnamon, nutmeg, and/or cardamom, optional
Honey or maple syrup, optional

Variation 1: Apple & Tart Cherry

Thinly sliced apple
Frozen tart cherries, thawed
Chopped almonds

Variation 2: Blueberry & Coconut

Frozen blueberries, thawed
Orange zest
Greek yogurt
Chia seeds
Coconut flakes

Instructions

In a small pot, stir together the water, oats, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 5 minutes, or until the oatmeal is thick and creamy. Stir in a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, and/or cardamom, if desired. Remove from heat and let stand for 1 minute. Serve hot with honey or maple syrup, if desired.
To make the Apple & Tart Cherry variation, top with sliced apples, tart cherries, and almonds.
To make the Blueberry & Coconut variation, top with blueberries, orange zest, a scoop of Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and coconut flakes.

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