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How to Cook Oatmeal on The Stove [+ Flavor Variations]

How to cook oatmeal on the stove in 5 minutes until thick, creamy, and perfect. A healthy, satisfying breakfast staple with endless flavor & topping options!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 1
Calories: 571 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup old fashioned oats
  • 1 ½ cups plant-based milk
  • ½ cup frozen mixed berries
  • 2 tablespoons of your favorite nuts or seeds
  • ½ of a banana, sliced

Instructions

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  1. In a medium saucepan, bring plant-based milk to a boil.
  2. Stir in oats, frozen berries and reduce heat to a simmer.
  3. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Top with sliced banana and your favorite nuts or seeds.

Notes

  • If the oatmeal is too thick: Simmer it until tender and thickened, then pour in more water or plant-based milk to thin it as desired.
  • To thicken oatmeal: Either leave it to simmer for just a little longer or add a thickening ingredient, like protein powder, ground chia seeds, nut flour, coconut flour, etc.
  • Stir often: To avoid the oatmeal scorching/burning to the bottom of the pan. This is also why it’s important to reduce the heat to a simmer once the oats are added.

Nutrition Information

Calories 571kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 84g (28%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 7g Monounsaturated Fat 10g Sodium 496mg (21%) Potassium 666mg (19%) Fiber 15g (60%) Sugar 15g (30%) Vitamin A 76IU (2%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 515mg (52%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 571

% Daily Value*

Calories 571kcal 29%
Carbohydrates 84g 28%
Protein 17g 34%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g 41%
Monounsaturated Fat 10g 50%
Sodium 496mg 21%
Potassium 666mg 14%
Fiber 15g 60%
Sugar 15g 30%
Vitamin A 76IU 2%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 515mg 52%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.