The Best Creamy Vegan Oatmeal Recipe
A warm bowl of the best creamy vegan oatmeal is one of the simplest ways to start the day, but a few small tricks can make it taste anything but ordinary. In this recipe, I combine rolled oats, creamy coconut milk, and warm cinnamon for a breakfast that is rich, comforting, and ready in just 5 minutes!
Servings: 1
Calories: 421kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats , gluten-free if needed
- 2/3 cup canned lite coconut milk , or any dairy free milk (see note)
- 1 tablespoon almond butter , optional (see note)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch sea salt
Optional toppings:
Instructions
- Add the ingredients into a pot over medium low heat and stir until just thickening. About 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add to a bowl. Use toppings of choice and enjoy!
Notes
- My #1 Secret Tip for this creamy vegan oatmeal recipe is to start with cold ingredients instead of heating the milk first. As the oats gradually warm up, they absorb the liquid more evenly and release more starch, creating that creamy texture I am looking for.
- Keep the heat low: I use gentle heat so the oats can soften without sticking to the bottom of the pan or scorching the milk.
- Remove oatmeal before it looks finished: The oatmeal continues thickening for several minutes after I have removed it from the heat. Taking off slightly early preserves the creaminess.
- Stir often: I stir often but not consistently. A quick stir every 20-30 seconds prevents sticking while still allowing the oats to cook evenly.
- Toast nuts or seeds: If I am adding seeds or nuts to my oatmeal, I give them a few minutes in a dry skillet for a richer flavor and crunchier texture.
- Use ripe fruit: When adding fruit, I go for the ripest, sweetest varieties so I can use less maple syrup.
Nutrition
Calories: 421kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 247mg | Potassium: 315mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 104mg | Iron: 2mg