Blackberry Almond Oatmeal
This creamy oatmeal is packed with nutrients and flavor, and is sure to become a new favorite. Simply combine oats, almond milk, blackberries, and almonds in a saucepan and cook until creamy. Serve hot and enjoy!
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup milk
- 3 tbsp syrup
- 1/3 cup almonds, toasted and chopped You can use slivered almonds as well
- 12 oz fresh blackberries
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 4 tsp chia seeds *Optional
Instructions
- Toast almonds in a pan under low heat without any oil. Toss or stir frequently with a wooden spoon or spatula to ensure all sides are evenly toasted. Continue to toast for about 5 minutes or until the almonds are fragrant and golden brown. Remove the almonds from the pan set onto a cutting board to cool. Once cooled, chop the almonds into coarse bits and set aside.
- Add oats and water to a medium pot and heat under medium heat until water comes to a boil. Reduce heat to low and allow to simmer for 6-8 minutes with the lid off, stirring occasionally.
- Once oats have reached the desired consistency, add syrup and milk. Stir and allow to simmer for an additional minute then turn off the heat.
- Spoon oatmeal into bowls and top with brown sugar, blackberries, almonds, and chia seeds.
- Enjoy while still warm.
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