Our Favorite Oatmeal Toppings
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Our Favorite Oatmeal Toppings
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Our favorite oatmeal toppings are made by cooking a batch of regular rolled or steel-cut oats and then setting out an assortment of (mostly) healthy toppings, including fruits, nuts, and natural sweeteners, so everyone can make their favorite bowl.
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Ingredients
For the oatmeal
- 3 to 4 cups water or milk whether dairy or plant based
- 2 cups organic rolled oats or 1 cup steel-cut oats
Toppings and mix-ins (optional)
- figs
- fresh berries
- raisins
- sliced bananas
- sliced peaches plums, or nectarines
- dates
- fresh herbs
- toasted nuts such as almonds, walnuts, pecans, pistachios, or hazelnuts
- granola
- bran flakes
- shredded coconut
- chopped chocolate or chocolate chips
- mini marshmallows
- honey
- maple syrup
Instructions
Make the oatmeal
- In a large saucepan over high heat, bring the water and/or milk to a boil.
- Stir in the oats. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the oats are tender, 5 to 10 minutes for rolled oats and 20 to 25 minutes for steel-cut oats.
- Remove from the heat and cover until serving. If the oats thicken a little too much for your liking, stir in a little more hot water or milk until it comes to your desired consistency.
Top the oatmeal
- Divide the oatmeal between four bowls and top or stir in your favorite additions. (For some inspiration, see the photo above and the variations below.)
Notes
- Brûlée Figs with Plums
- Sprinkle turbinado sugar on sliced figs and brûlée with a kitchen torch (or slide beneath the broiler). Add thinly sliced plums or pluots. Some nuts or a pinch of cinnamon would be lovely here although not necessary.
- Raisins, Toasted Hazelnuts, and Assorted Berries of All Sorts
- Roasted Sweet Potato
- Roast some sweet potatoes the night before. Peel and, if a little extra bling is desired, roll in poppy or chia seeds. Slice and add toasted pecans, raisins, a little vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and if desired, red jalapeno. Thai basil makes a pretty garnish but may be a bit much in the am.
- Cinnamon S’mores
- Make some marshmallows (mini or jumbo) and broken chocolate bar a little mushy with a kitchen torch (or place them on a baking sheet lined with foil and broil). Top with broken graham crackers. After, natch, you’ve stirred a little vanilla and ground cinnamon into the oatmeal.
- Bran flakes, Banana, Blueberries and Raisins with Vanilla and a Pinch of Cinnamon or Nutmeg
- Add a little vanilla and a pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg when making the oatmeal.
- Granola, Raspberries, and Toasted Pistachios with Vanilla and Cardamom.
- Add a little vanilla and a pinch of ground cardamom when making the oatmeal. You could also add a dollop of raspberry preserves and a sprig of mint.
- Vanilla Spice with Apples and Toasted Walnuts
- When making the oats, add 1/2 split and scraped vanilla bean (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract) and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, or any combination of warming spices. Then sauté 1/4 cup diced green apple in 1 teaspoon vegetarian or regular butter over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until browned and caramelized, 3 to 4 minutes. Add toasted walnuts and, if desired assorted berries of all sorts.
- Vanilla Ginger with Peaches or Apples, Chopped Dates, Coconut and Toasted Pecans.
- Add a little vanilla and a pinch of ground ginger when making the oatmeal.
- Toasted Almonds, Bananas, and Assorted Berries of All Sorts
- Add a little vanilla and a pinch of ground cinnamon or ginger when making the oatmeal. A final flourish of mint can be nice.
- Non-Oatmeal Oatmeal
- In place of oatmeal, you can use any warm cooked grain. (This is the perfect use for leftovers when, with all well intentions, you made a big batch of whole grains to use through the week and your actions fell a little short of your expectations. Quinoa works well as does a prepackaged or homemade blend of brown rice, steel-cut oats, and farro. Simply rewarm with a little extra water and some milk until warmed through and exceptionally plump and tender.)
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1portion
Calories
420kcal
(21%)
Carbohydrates
62g
(21%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Cholesterol
18mg
(6%)
Sodium
79mg
(3%)
Fiber
9g
(36%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 420 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 420kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 62g | 21% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 18mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 79mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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