Upgrade Your Oatmeal
The leaves are changing, the temperature is dropping and so
is your usual boring breakfast. Push your cold smoothie or cereal aside for a
big ol’ hearty bowl of warm, oatmeal. Not only is oatmeal simple to make, it
has great health benefits too. Keep reading below to learn about a few oatmeal
recipes that will have you looking forward to breakfast every day!
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Everyday Health’s[1]
healthy recipes below and get ready to enjoy!
1.
Sweet Banana Oatmeal: This classic
oatmeal recipe is perfect for the morning commuter who has only a few minutes
to spare. All you need is oatmeal, a little bit of margarine, a banana, some
nuts, and a touch of maple syrup, and voilà! Adding banana and nuts to your
oatmeal will increase your potassium and fiber intake, which can help lower
your blood pressure and keep you feeling full, respectively. We recommend
reaching for a small handful of slivered almonds as a source of healthy fat.
2.
Raspberry-Almond Overnight Oatmeal:
Overnight oatmeal is all the rage, and for good reason. For this recipe,
combine oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, and almond extract in a pint-size jar.
Top it off with raspberries and almonds, then refrigerate. The oatmeal will
soak overnight, and in the morning, it is a pudding-like porridge that’s
perfect for an easy grab-and-go breakfast. You can double or even triple the
recipe to enjoy a quick breakfast all week long!
3.
Date-Oat Muffins: Do you enjoy a
morning pastry but not the guilt of having one? If yes, this recipe is for you.
Combine oats, nuts, flour, flaxseed, dried plums, and orange juice and zest to
make this hearty muffin. The key to this recipe is lightly baking the oats and
walnuts until fragrant and golden in color before mixing them with the rest of
the ingredients.
4.
Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Bread: This
low-calorie oatmeal bread will make your taste buds and waistline happy. And
chances are, you already have most of the ingredients. With just rolled oats,
water, yeast, sugar, salt, and bread flour, this recipe can serve up two loaves
of delectable old-fashioned oatmeal bread.
5.
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies: The
comfort of chocolate meets the nutrition of oats in this mouthwatering cookie.
While they might not make the best breakfast food, they do make the perfect
daytime or evening treat. Combine heart-healthy walnuts, the nutty taste of
oats, and semisweet chocolate to create this satisfying treat. Shorten the
baking time for a chewy consistency and leave them in a little longer if you
prefer a crispier cookie.
6.
Oatmeal-Nut Crunch Apple Pie:
Upgrade your apple pie game with this oatmeal-nut crunch apple pie recipe. You
will need a few ingredients, including Granny Smith apples, lots of flour,
brown sugar, rolled oats, and chopped walnuts. We recommend using a fork to
create a picture-perfect pie edge. And don’t worry: You can skip making the
crust with a whole-wheat pie crust (we won’t tell anyone).
7.
Scotch Oat Scones: Start your day on
the right foot with a delicious but healthful low-calorie oat scone. This
recipe requires minimal ingredients but brings maximum flavor. Enjoy an oat
scone with afternoon tea or in the morning with a side of fresh fruit.
8.
Honey Granola: Homemade granola
isn’t only for the bakers and artisans of the world. It’s easy to make on your
own. In fact, this recipe has only two steps: mixing all of the ingredients
together and spreading out the mixture to bake. This honey granola can be added
to your smoothie, warm oatmeal, yogurt, or fresh fruit and can even be stored
in the freezer for up to three months.
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Works Cited:
1.
Majsiak, Brianna. “8 Ways to Take Your Oatmeal
to the Next Level.” Everyday Health.
17 October 2018. <https://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition/diet/creative-oatmeal-recipes/ >.