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A Simple Winter Oatmeal Recipe.

Looking for a warm and cozy breakfast to start your day during the colder months? Try this nutritious winter oatmeal recipe! It's packed with healthy ingredients and is perfect for experimenting with new toppings. Get the recipe now and enjoy a delicious and hearty breakfast.

A Simple Winter Oatmeal Recipe






Ingredients:

- 1 cup of almond milk (or any of your choice). You can use 1/2 cup if you prefer thicker oats.
- 1/2 cup of quick oats
- A small amount of vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon of wild blueberries (I used the Mariani Premium Wild Blueberries brand).
- 1 tablespoon of granola (I used Clif brand granola mix with white chocolate Macadamia nut).
- 1 tablespoon of dried cereal mix (I used Kashi Cinnamon Crisp).

You can use any brand of your choice.

Both the granola and dried cereal mix add a nice crunch to the oatmeal, while the blueberries provide a simple sweetness.




Optional:
- Honey
- Brown sugar sprinkled
- Agave syrup

You can use any sweetener of your choice to add sweetness to your oatmeal.

Instructions to prepare your oatmeal:

1. Take a microwave-safe bowl and put your oats in it.
2. Add milk and heat the oats in the microwave for 2 minutes.
3. After 2 minutes, take the bowl out and stir the oats.
4. Let the oats cool for a few minutes.
5. Add all your dry ingredients to your oats.
6. You can also add a drop of vanilla extract, sprinkled sugar, honey, or any sweetener of your choice to your oats.

Enjoy your delicious oatmeal!

If you love oatmeal, what is your favorite topping to add?

If you enjoyed this recipe, please feel free to share or leave a comment below. I would love to hear from you. Thank you for stopping by!


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Stephanie

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  1. DesireeDecember 18, 2019 at 8:39 AM

    This looks like a yummy recipe. I love oatmeal with texture and crunch!

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  2. Audrey McClellandDecember 18, 2019 at 9:39 AM

    Oatmeal is one of my favorite breakfast foods. I am saving this recipe, and I look forward to making it.

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    1. StephanieDecember 18, 2019 at 10:59 AM

      Thank you so much. I hope that you enjoy it when you finally make it. Thanks for stopping by. :)

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  3. MattDecember 18, 2019 at 9:41 AM

    Yummy! I love oatmeal and this recipe looks amazing! Thanks for sharing. :)

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    1. StephanieDecember 18, 2019 at 11:00 AM

      Matt, thank you! I love oatmeal too, and I think it is great to try out different toppings. Thank you for stopping by.

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  4. NicoleDecember 18, 2019 at 10:34 AM

    Yumm! This looks like the perfect winter breakfast!

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  5. JessicaDecember 18, 2019 at 10:35 AM

    I don't like oatmeal that much but my kid does. So I'm going to give it a try

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    1. StephanieDecember 18, 2019 at 11:01 AM

      Jessica, yes maybe your kid will enjoy it. Thanks for stopping by :)

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  6. GiGi EatsDecember 18, 2019 at 12:01 PM

    This does look insanely hearty and scrumptious! I could see myself digging right into it!

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  7. Julie CaoDecember 18, 2019 at 5:39 PM

    Oatmeal is my favorite breakfast choice in the winter. I always add blueberry in it for sweetness flavor. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

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    1. StephanieDecember 18, 2019 at 6:18 PM

      Julie, thank you for stopping by. Yes oatmeal is one of my favorites as well. :) Glad you enjoyed the recipe.

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  8. Ntensibe EdgarDecember 19, 2019 at 2:57 AM

    Nnniiiccceeeee....honey, it is for me. I dropped out with sugar of late.

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    1. StephanieDecember 19, 2019 at 9:58 AM

      Yum, yes honey is so good. Thanks for stopping by. :)

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  9. WanderlustBeautyDreamsDecember 19, 2019 at 8:42 AM

    What a great recipe. Looks amazing for the holiday season!

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    1. StephanieDecember 19, 2019 at 9:59 AM

      Thank you, and thank you for stopping by. I hope you enjoy your holiday season. :)

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  10. the joyous livingDecember 19, 2019 at 1:35 PM

    smart! i never thought to add granola with oatmeal. i love them both so i imagine this is a terrific idea for breakfast. thanks. joy

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    1. StephanieDecember 19, 2019 at 1:40 PM

      I hadn't thought of it before as well. When I finally tried it, I loved it so much! Thanks so much for stopping by :)

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  11. Katrina KroeplinDecember 19, 2019 at 7:36 PM

    i love oatmeal, this looks amazing. i will have to remember to make it more often.

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    1. StephanieDecember 21, 2019 at 9:27 PM

      Katrina, thank you!Thanks so much for stopping by.

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  12. LilyDecember 19, 2019 at 9:47 PM

    Looks like a nice cozy oatmeal to eat on a cold day to warm you up. Great recipe.

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  13. Sundaes & Flip FlopsDecember 22, 2019 at 1:07 PM

    I love oatmeal this looks delicious. it is fun to Jazz up breakfast

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    1. StephanieDecember 23, 2019 at 12:39 PM

      It sure is fun to jazz it up! Thanks for stopping by.

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  14. Dana Brillante-PellerDecember 22, 2019 at 7:34 PM

    You just made me want some oatmeal. Looking to give this winter oatmeal recipe a try.

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  15. Lyanna SoriaDecember 23, 2019 at 9:10 AM

    That sounds like a simple recipe to do for breakfast. Looks quite tasty too so definitely would give it a try.

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    1. StephanieDecember 23, 2019 at 12:40 PM

      Thanks you so much. :) If you do get around to trying it, I hope you enjoy it.

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  16. SlabsJanuary 21, 2024 at 10:49 AM

    Looking delicious and healthy, perfect for a heartwarming breakfast.
    I visited you via Ridge Haven Homestead: The Sunday Sunshine Blog Hop
    My links: 10+11 We will be so happy if you share your links with us at SeniorSalonPitStop. Link under BLOGGING.

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    1. StephanieJanuary 21, 2024 at 10:51 AM

      Thank you for taking the time to visit! --Yes, I love having a nice breakfast to start the day. Have a wonderful week. :)

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  17. Jennifer WiseJanuary 22, 2024 at 10:58 AM

    What a great way to dress up oatmeal! This sounds really good. Thank you for sharing this post at the Will Blog for Comments #22 linkup. Hope to see you there next week, too. Have a great week!

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    1. StephanieJanuary 22, 2024 at 3:42 PM

      Jennifer, thank you. I love adding different fruit toppings to my oatmeal. Thanks so much for visiting.

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