Recipes

Hearty Tropical Oatmeal Bowl

With the addition of eggs and milk, this oatmeal power bowl has a velvety, creamy texture that is sure to please.

Serves:
4
Prep Time:
15 min
Cook Time:
10 min

Ingredients

  • 3 eggs
  • 2 1/2 cups ( 625 mL ) milk
  • 1 cup ( 250 mL ) quick-cooking oats
  • ¼ cup ( 60 mL ) toasted coconut, divided
  • 4 tsp ( 20 mL ) honey
  • 1 tsp ( 5 mL ) vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp ( 1.25 mL ) ground nutmeg
  • Pinch salt
  • ½ cup ( 125 mL ) sliced fresh strawberries
  • ½ cup ( 125 mL ) finely chopped pineapple
  • ½ small ripe mango, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup ( 60 mL ) slightly crushed banana chips

Instructions

  1. In bowl, beat eggs; stir in milk, oats, 2 tbsp (30 mL) coconut, honey, vanilla, nutmeg and salt until blended. Transfer mixture to saucepan set over medium-low heat; cook, stirring frequently, for 10 to 12 minutes or until oats are tender and creamy.
  2. Divide among 4 bowls. Top evenly with strawberries, pineapple and mango. Garnish with remaining coconut and banana chips.

Notes

Tips:

• For dairy-free oatmeal, substitute half almond (or soy) milk and half water for milk.

• Instead of honey, substitute maple or agave syrup to taste.