Creamy Custard Oatmeal with Fresh Berries and Nuts Recipe
A warm and creamy custard oatmeal recipe made with rolled oats, milk, egg, and natural sweeteners, offering a delicious and nourishing breakfast option. This oatmeal is enhanced with vanilla extract and topped with fresh fruits and nuts for added texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 ½ cups milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- Fresh berries
- Sliced bananas
- Chopped nuts
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the rolled oats, milk, egg, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until fully blended.
- Cook the Oatmeal: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, to prevent the egg from scrambling, until the oatmeal thickens and reaches a creamy custard-like consistency, about 5-7 minutes.
- Serve: Remove the oatmeal from the heat and spoon it into bowls. Add optional toppings such as fresh berries, sliced bananas, and chopped nuts for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use plant-based milk (almond, soy, oat) to make this recipe vegan-friendly; replace the egg with a flax egg as well.
- Stir continuously while cooking to avoid curdling the egg and ensure a smooth custard texture.
- Adjust sweetness to taste by varying the amount of honey or maple syrup.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for additional flavor.
- This oatmeal is best served warm but can be refrigerated and reheated.
