Love breakfast? Then don't skip this blueberry apple oatmeal recipe and start your mornings on a healthy note. A delicious breakfast bowl that's suitable for kids and adults alike.
If you have been following my blog from the start then you will already know that I'm a huge fan of a good variety of breakfast dishes.
This one is no different, suitable for any time of year, it's super quick and tasty too.
I'm talking about anything from my Blueberry Banana Smoothie Bowl right down to some Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal.
I am definitely not partial when it comes to what's for breakfast at all, and probably never will be.
Even though I grew up strictly Caribbean I'm quite happy to mix British traditions with my Caribbean culture. To me what's more important is sustaining my body with something nutritious in the mornings.
The importance of breakfast
Without breakfast I simply couldn't function, I would be tired, moody and just overall sluggish in my movement.
That's not the sort of perception I'd feel comfortable with exuding towards others, rather I like to be bright eyed, content and refreshed for the morning ahead.
Which is why it is so so important to consume something in the mornings, even if it's just a banana. At least eat something to keep hunger pangs at bay.
Why you should make blueberry apple oatmeal
That's why this blueberry apple oatmeal recipe should become your best friend, forever and ever.
The texture of this oatmeal is extremely smooth and extra creamy which I credit the coconut milk for such amazing results.
Although I like to rotate between various plant based milks - think cashew milk , almond milk , my favourite vegan milk for oatmeal that yields creaminess has to be coconut milk .
However that doesn't mean that you need to feel obligated to follow suit, I have a few recipes for alternative plant based milk on the blog so pick your preference.
The great thing about my oatmeal recipe is the topping - two words....go mad! Go crazy with the toppings, add whatever you want besides the blueberry and apple.
You could add chia seeds, pumpkins seeds, goji berries, raisins, cranberry, nuts, additional fruit and a dollop of syrup.
The list is endless for such a rich and creamy vegan style blueberry apple oatmeal breakfast.
Notes and tips
- Feel free to add any additional fruit to your oatmeal i.e raisins, cranberries, apricots
- Use the suggested plant based milk that's referenced in the post
- I used water along with the coconut milk to prevent sticking but you can use just coconut milk if you want to.
- Make sure the oats you are using are certified "gluten free" if you a sensitive to trace elements
- Double or triple the batch if required.
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Blueberry apple oatmeal (vegan)
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups of gluten free oats
- 2 cups of coconut milk
- 1 cup of warm water
- 1 cup of bluberries
- 1 large apple cored and sliced
- agave nectar coconut syrup or other sweetener
For the topping
- Roasted pumpkin seeds
- chia seeds
- Flaxseeds
Instructions
- Heat the milk and the cups of water in a medium saucepan until it begins to simmer.
- stir in the oatsl then bring to a boil
- Reduce the heat to low and allow to simmer (stirring occasionally) for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Divide the oatmeal into 2 bowls then add some of the blueberries and apple to the oatmeal.
- Feel free to sprinkle the seeds over the blueberry and apple combination
- Serve with a dollop of coconut syrup/agave or other sweetener
Notes
- Feel free to add any additional fruit to your oatmeal i.e raisins, cranberries, apricots
- Use the suggested plant based milk that's referenced in the post
- I used water along with the coconut milk to prevent sticking but you can use just coconut milk if you want to.
- Make sure the oats you are using are certified "gluten free" if you a sensitive to trace elements
- Double or triple the batch if required.
Sean Mahan
Oatmeals are always great. I'm not actually vegan but this one looks really good anyway!
Charla
Thanks Sean. You definitely don't need to be vegan to enjoy this recipe though!