Oatmeal Recipe | How To Make Maple and Brown Sugar Oatmeal | Breakfast and Brunch | Ep. 504

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective option.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey offers similar sweetness with potential health benefits.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

Add 1 cup of water and 1/2 cup of whole milk to a saucepan.

Turn the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.

Once boiling, add 3/4 cup of quick one minute oatmeal and a pinch of salt; stir quickly.

Reduce heat to medium and cook for about 1 minute until creamy.

Turn off the heat and add 1 tablespoon of packed light brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of pure maple syrup; stir to combine.

Let the oatmeal sit for 2-3 minutes until it thickens.

Serve the oatmeal in a bowl, drizzling additional maple syrup on top.

Add chopped pecans and a sprinkle of brown sugar on top before serving.

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