Description
A nostalgic breakfast dish featuring creamy oats and fresh strawberries, perfect for cozy family mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups milk (or milk alternative)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: sliced almonds or chia seeds for topping
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine rolled oats, milk, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the oats are tender and creamy (about 5-7 minutes).
- Once the oats are cooked, stir in vanilla extract and sweeten to taste with honey or maple syrup.
- While the porridge cooks, slice fresh strawberries. Optionally, lightly macerate them with a sprinkle of sugar.
- Spoon the creamy porridge into bowls. Top with strawberries and sprinkle with nuts if desired.
- Enjoy warm, soaking up the love and flavor in each mouthful.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider toasting the oats before adding the milk. Adjust the sweetness and toppings to your liking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: strawberries, porridge, breakfast, quick meals, healthy eating