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Basic Oatmeal Recipe

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Learn how to make oatmeal from scratch with just 2 simple ingredients and discover all the tips and tricks to master the oatmeal technique. Loaded with fiber, oatmeal makes a satisfying healthy breakfast for busy days.
  • Author: Delphine Fortin
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 bowls 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Learn how to make oatmeal from scratch with just 2 simple ingredients and discover all the tips and tricks to master the oatmeal technique. Loaded with fiber, oatmeal makes a satisfying healthy breakfast for busy days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90g) old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk or vegetable milk
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • A pinch of salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • Maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, bring milk and water to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat to low, then pour in the oats, salt and cinnamon.
  3. Simmer uncovered for 3 to 5 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. Divide equally between two bowls and serve with toppings of your choice and maple syrup if desired*.

Notes

* Please do refer to my article for many topping ideas. You can also enjoy your oatmeal plain, with just some maple syrup, agave syrup, honey or brown sugar.

For a baby version (from 5+ months), you can pulse the oats in a food processor until finely ground, and then proceed to the recipe the exact same way. When baby is a little bit older, you can use the whole oats instead. For a baby version, I like to add some unsweetened applesauce or other fruit compote to the oatmeal. A 100% baby-approved!