Blueberry Almond Oatmeal

01-24-22

Oatmeal has so many wonderful benefits that it seemed fitting to have a breakfast recipe to start your day.
Here are a few things oatmeal has been known to help with:

• Lowering blood sugar levels.
• Provides antioxidants.
• Promotes healthy bacteria in your gut.
• Helps you to feel full to manage your weight.
• A great source of fiber and can ease constipation.
• Lowers your chance of colon cancer.
• Oats can help energize your body and boost immunity.

This blueberry almond oatmeal provides a satisfying way of getting your dairy, protein, and fruits.

This recipe makes 4v servings.
Ingredients:

• Oatmeal
• 2 cups of 1 minute quaker oats (or old-fashioned rolled oats)
• 4 cups of milk (or you can substitute with almond milk)
• 1 banana, sliced
• 1 cup of blueberries (fresh or frozen)
• 4 Tbsp (or more to taste) of maple syrup
• 1 tsp of vanilla extract

Toppings:

• 1 banana, sliced
• 1 cup of fresh blueberries
• 1 5oz container of ​​Oui^™ by Yoplait^® Dairy Free Coconut Dairy Alternative Yogurt
• Peanut Butter or Almond Butter
• Optional garnish
• ground cinnamon
• sliced almonds

Directions:

• To a pot on high heat, add the oats, milk, banana, and blueberries. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer for 5 minutes, stirring on occasion to prevent burning.
• Add more milk if you like a thinner consistency, or cook for a couple of minutes longer if you like it thicker.
• Take the pan off the heat and stir in the maple syrup, and vanilla.
• Divide the oatmeal into the bowls and top with banana slices, fresh blueberries, the coconut yogurt, and peanut butter.
• Optional: Garnish with sliced almonds and cinnamon if desired.

Enjoy!