Vanilla Spice Oatmeal Recipe

Name: Vanilla Spice Oatmeal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups water; 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional); 2 cups old fashioned oats; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped (optional); 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 pinch nutmeg; 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, plus more, to taste; 1 cup low-fat milk, divided; 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Servings: persons

3 1/2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
2 cups old fashioned oats
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped (optional)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch nutmeg
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, plus more, to taste
1 cup low-fat milk, divided
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1
In a medium saucepan, bring the water and salt to a boil. Stir in the oats and raisins, reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
2
In the meantime, place nuts, if using, in a dry skillet over a medium-high flame, and toast, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
3
When the oats are cooked remove pan from the flame and stir in the vanilla and nutmeg. Swirl in the brown sugar and place the oatmeal in serving bowls. Pour 1/4 cup of milk on top of each bowl, and top with toasted nuts and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
4
Note: For a quicker version using quick cooking or plain instant oatmeal: Cook the oatmeal according to the directions on the package. Stir raisins, brown sugar, and nutmeg into the cooked oatmeal. Top with milk, nuts (toasted or un-toasted) and cinnamon.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 cups water, 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional), 2 cups old fashioned oats, 1/2 cup raisins, and more.

Yes, Vanilla Spice Oatmeal falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Vanilla Spice Oatmeal

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