Description
Fig Nut Oatmeal is a nourishing and flavorful breakfast combining the natural sweetness of figs with the crunch of mixed nuts and creamy rolled oats. Easy to prepare and rich in fiber, vitamins, and healthy fats, this comforting dish energizes your morning and is fully customizable to suit vegan, gluten-free, and low-sugar diets.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned)
- 2 cups milk or plant-based milk (oat or almond milk recommended)
Flavor and Texture
- ½ cup dried figs, chopped (soft and plump)
- ¼ cup mixed nuts (walnuts, almonds, pecans), roughly chopped
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Sweeteners
- Honey or maple syrup, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Oats: Combine rolled oats with your choice of milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally as the oats soak up the liquid and soften, forming a creamy base for your dish.
- Add the Figs and Spices: Chop the dried figs and add them to the cooking oats along with a pinch of cinnamon and a splash of vanilla extract. Let the figs soften slightly and infuse the oatmeal with natural sweetness.
- Incorporate the Nuts: Roughly chop mixed nuts and stir them into the oatmeal just before finishing cooking to preserve their crunch and enhance texture.
- Sweeten as Desired: If you prefer a sweeter oatmeal, drizzle a little honey or maple syrup over the top once plated. This is optional as figs provide natural sweetness.
- Serve Warm: Pour the Fig Nut Oatmeal into your favorite bowl and enjoy immediately for the best texture and flavor experience.
Notes
- Use soft dried figs or soak dry ones briefly for optimal sweetness and texture.
- Lightly toast nuts before adding for deeper flavor and crunch.
- Monitor cooking to avoid overcooking; creamy but distinct oat pieces are best.
- Adjust milk quantity based on desired oatmeal thickness.
- For a no-cook version, soak oats and ingredients overnight in milk and enjoy chilled or warmed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1 cup cooked)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: fig oatmeal, nut oatmeal, healthy breakfast, gluten free oatmeal, vegan oatmeal, easy oatmeal recipe
