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5 Minute Oatmeal

By soaking the oats overnight, it allows them to become tender ahead of time and cuts down on cook time significantly.  
Prep Time12 hours
Active Time5 minutes
Total Time12 hours 7 minutes
Course: Breakfast, brunch
Cuisine: American, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: breakfast, breakfast rolled oats, chocolate, oatmeal, oats, spiced, vegan
Yield: 4 people

Equipment

  • Measuring Cups

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 2 cups water
  • 2-3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 c cream, water or apple juice

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl or container and stir gently to combine. Cover container and refrigerate to allow liquid to absorb, for at least 15 minutes up to overnight.
  • To cook, transfer mixture to a medium heavy-bottomed sauce-pot. On medium heat. Cook until oats have begun to become creamy and slightly fluffy, about 5 minutes. stir often to prevent burning.
  • After oats are cooked, stir in milk, juice or water until creamy. Transfer to bowls and top with desired toppings.

Notes

Cool Oatmeal Flavor Variations

French Vanilla

To uncooked oat mix:
    • 1 tsp hazelnut extract
    • 1 tsp nutmeg

Tropical Cocoa

To uncooked oat mix:
    • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
    • top with: toasted coconut, peeled lychee and sliced banana

Golden Oatmeal

To uncooked oat mix:
    • 1 tbsp ground turmeric
    • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
    • 1 tsp clove
    • stir in: coconut milk

Coco Mango

To uncooked oat mix:
  • 1 c mango, diced
  • 1/4 c coconut milk
  • top with: diced mango, shaved coconut