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How To Prepare Oats With Milk For Breakfast

How To Prepare Oats With Milk For Breakfast

Sarah Brown
Before we dip into the nitty-gritty of making oats with milk for breakfast, let’s talk pairings that elevate this humble dish to another level.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 1 Servings
Calories 233 kcal

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Pot 

Ingredients
  

Cooking Rolled Oats

  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup dairy milk or alternative milk such as almond or oat
  • ½ cup water

Cooking Instant or Quick-Cook Oats

  • ½ cup instant or quick-cook oats
  • 1 cup milk dairy or plant-based

Cooking Steel-Cut Oats

  • ¼ cup steel-cut oats
  • 1 cup milk dairy or plant-based
  • ½ to 1 cup water use more if not pre-soaked

Sweeteners

  • 6 to 8 Medjool dates 1 ripe banana, honey, or pure maple syrup

Protein Boost

  • 10 nuts such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions
 

Step 1: Choose Your Oats

  • First, decide which type of oats you want. Rolled oats, quick-cook oats, or steel-cut oats—each offers a unique texture.

Step 2: Measure Your Ingredients

  • For rolled oats:
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or alternative)
  • ½ cup water
  • For instant oats:
  • ½ cup instant oats
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or alternative)
  • For steel-cut oats:
  • ¼ cup steel-cut oats
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ – 1 cup water (use more if not pre-soaked)

Step 3: Cook the Oats

  • For Rolled Oats:
  • Combine oats, milk, and water in a pot.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
  • Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes.
  • For Instant Oats:
  • Combine oats and milk in a bowl.
  • Microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  • Let sit for a minute.
  • For Steel-Cut Oats:
  • Combine oats, milk, and water in a pot.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes.

Step 4: Add the Sweeteners

  • Mix in Medjool dates, banana, honey, or pure maple syrup for that touch of sweetness.

Step 5: Boost with Protein

  • Toss in some nuts, add a splash of vanilla extract, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flavor and protein.

Notes

  • Pre-Soak Steel-Cut Oats: Makes cooking faster and gives a creamier texture.
  • Stir Frequently: This keeps the oats from sticking and burning.
  • Adjust Sweetness Gradually: Add sweeteners slowly to get the perfect taste.
  • Use Fresh Milk: Fresh milk enhances the flavor significantly.
  • Add Fruits at the End: Keeps the fruits fresh and not mushy.

Nutrition

Calories: 233kcal
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