Maybe I have an old-fashioned taste for breakfast, but definitely not an old-fashioned taste for a healthy, and time saving breakfast like this delicious and creamy bowl of Oatmeal.
Today, I am going to show you how to cook the perfect bowl of oatmeal that is creamy and delicious and comes out perfect every time. This Oatmeal recipe is endlessly customizable, never mushy and can be a perfect leftovers for those random busy days. Just throw in all the ingredient in a pot under low-heat, and you have breakfast ready for you and your family anytime of the day.
What’s better than waking up early in the morning to a hot bowl of freshly cooked warm oatmeal? Your entire home smelling like a fresh fall with all the cinnamon flavors. This Oatmeal is nutritious and comes together easily in just few minutes so you have breakfast waiting for you anytime. Win-win right?
Having Oatmeal for breakfast is always a smart idea. This recipe is soo creamy and filling, it will keep you full for a long time throughout the day. If you haven’t tried cooking oatmeal this way, do yourself a favor and try it.
What Type of Oats Should I use?
Great Question. There are several types of Oats and it gets confusing as to which one is a better and healthier choice. Basically, all Oats are from the same Oat plant. How they are processed makes the difference. The type of Oats you use affects the taste, texture and flavor you will get when you make a bowl of oatmeal.
What Type of Oat is Healthier?
Generally, there are two types of Oats – Steel-cut Oats and Rolled Oats.
Steel-cut Oats: This type of Oats are not steamed and rolled flat. They are left whole and are the least processed. Steel-cut oats have more fiber than rolled oats, therefore they maintain a chewy, nutty texture when cooked. They also take longer to cook and soften.
Rolled Oats: are steamed and rolled flat. The pressing process reduces the cooking time as well as the fiber contents. Rolled Oats are the easiest to cook for when you are in a big hurry for a morning rush. They cook easily and so making breakfast with rolled oats shouldn’t take that long.
I am sure right now as I speak you may have one type of rolled oats in you kitchen. Old fashioned oats, Quick-Cooking Oats and Instant Oats are all types of rolled oats. What you should look out for when you buy Oats is either Steel-cut Oats, Rolled Oats, Quick-cooking Oats or Instant Oats. The best among them is steel-cut oats. In terms of its whole grain properties and fiber, it help to keep you fuller for longer. It also helps regular your blood sugar.
Old-fashioned Oats, also called rolled-oats and the type I used in this recipe, are the second best healthier options than Quick-cooking and Instant Oats.
Instant Oats: I would suggest to ALWAYS say NO to a bowl of Instant Oats whenever possible. Instant Oats are rolled thinner than old-fashioned Oats and Quick-cooking Oats. However, they cook faster, require minimal cooking or no cooking at all. Instant Oats highly processed, have less whole grain properties and contain less or no fiber at all. This makes them digest easily making you hungrier faster.
Be sure to read labels of Instant Oats; they may also contain added sugar, salt, artificial flavoring and other ingredients which make them less healthier options.
How to Cook the Perfect Bowl of Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 1 cup Oats (Rolled Oats)
- 1 cup Whole Milk (Nut milk is fine too)
- 1 cup Water
- 1 stick Cinnamon (You can use cinnamon powder )
- 1 tbsp Chia Seeds
- 1 tbsp Hemp Seeds
- 1/2 medium Apple (Grated)
- 1 tbsp Coconut Flakes (Optional)
- Toppings and Mix-ins of choice – (I used Peanut butter, honey and banana)
Instructions
- Add milk and water to pot
- Add oats, chia seeds and Hemp seeds
- Turn on heat to medium-high and stir occasionally for about 5 minutes.
- Add in grated apples and stir all together. Reduce heat and let it gentle simmer for about 3-5 minutes. If oatmeal becomes thicker than what you'd like it to be, add in extra milk or water to thin it out to your desire consistency.
- Remove pot from heat. Serve with any of your favorite toppings. Banana and Peanut butter are toppings suggestions. You may also use berries, grapes, almond and anything you desire. Enjoy!!
If you’d like to make overnight Oats, I recommend this overnight oat recipe. It makes a perfect make-ahead breakfast bowl for both warmer and colder months. Requires no cooking, and you may choose to warm it up on the stovetop or in the microwave. You may also just enjoy it cold depending on the weather and your taste.
Like this Recipe? Here are a few other recipes you may enjoy:
Mini Applesauce Raisins Muffins
The Best Chocolate Chips Cookie Ever
Peanut Butter Chia Pudding with Stewed Berries
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