This creamy oatmeal is packed with gut-friendly fiber from oats, flaxseeds, and chia seeds. It’s a quick, nourishing breakfast the whole family can enjoy, ready in under 10 minutes.
Serves: 2
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 5–7 minutes
Make Ahead Friendly: Yes (overnight oats version)
Freezer Friendly: No
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
- Fresh fruit for topping (banana, berries, apple slices)
Instructions
- In a small pot, bring milk to a simmer.
- Add oats and cook on low for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in ground flaxseed, chia seeds, and cinnamon. Cook for 1–2 more minutes until creamy.
- Sweeten with honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Top with fresh fruit and serve warm.
Make It Work for You
- Overnight version: Combine everything in a jar with cold milk, leave in the fridge overnight, and enjoy in the morning.
- Extra protein: Stir in a spoonful of Greek yogurt or nut butter.
- Kid-friendly: Mash banana into the oats for natural sweetness.
