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A cozy, comforting breakfast of old-fashioned rolled oats cooked slowly to a creamy texture, sweetened with brown sugar, and optionally enriched with butter or vegan butter. Customizable with various liquids and toppings for a wholesome start to the day.

  • Total Time: 12 minutes
  • Yield: 2-3 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup / 85g old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 3 cups / 720ml water or milk (any kind)
  • 1/4 cup / 50g packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter or vegan butter (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, 3 cups water or milk, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon sea salt in a medium saucepan and stir to combine.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a gentle boil.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until most liquid is absorbed and oatmeal is creamy.
  4. If oatmeal becomes too thick, add a splash of water or milk to loosen and continue cooking briefly.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons butter or vegan butter if using until melted and incorporated.
  6. Spoon oatmeal into bowls and serve with desired toppings.

Notes

Stir frequently during cooking to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking., Use low heat to avoid burning or clumping., Do not overcook; stop once oatmeal is creamy and liquid mostly absorbed., Customize with toppings like fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, syrup, yogurt, or spices., To store leftovers, refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days or freeze portions up to 2 months., Reheat gently with added liquid (water or milk) to restore creaminess., Can substitute brown sugar with maple syrup, honey, or other sweeteners., Steel-cut oats can be used with longer cooking time and more liquid., Certified gluten-free oats needed for gluten-free version., Add protein powders after cooking, adjusting liquid if needed.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: approximately 250 per serving
  • Fat: 5g per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 45g per serving
  • Protein: 6g per serving