Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Oatmeal

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water reduces cost.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is less expensive.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pecans are healthier fats, while sunflower seeds are cheaper.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free, while margarine is less expensive.

Add almond milk, vanilla, and maple syrup to a medium pot and bring to a boil.

Add the oatmeal and chia seeds and mix to combine.

Turn heat down to low and let simmer until thick (about 2-5 minutes).

Once thick, serve with mini chocolate chips and top with your favorite homemade cookie dough bites.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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