Maple Oatmeal and Dried Fruit and Sweet Spices

Indulge in a cozy, comforting start to your day with this Maple Oatmeal with Dried Fruit and Sweet Spices recipe, a wholesome breakfast that’s as nourishing as it is flavorful. Made with hearty rolled oats simmered to creamy perfection, this dish is infused with pure maple syrup for natural sweetness and spiced with warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg. A blend of dried cranberries and raisins adds chewy bursts of fruity goodness, while a splash of vanilla rounds out the flavors. Optional toppings like chopped pecans or fresh fruits, such as bananas or berries, provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make oatmeal is a comforting, nutritious way to kick-start your morning or warm up on chilly days.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 2 cups water
• 0.5 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
• 2 tablespoons raisins
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
• 0 fresh fruit, such as sliced bananas or berries (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Stir in the rolled oats, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Reduce the heat to medium-low.

Step 3

Cook the oats for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture begins to thicken.

Step 4

Add the milk and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Stir in the dried cranberries, raisins, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until the oatmeal reaches your desired consistency.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the oatmeal sit for 1 minute to cool slightly.

Step 7

Spoon the oatmeal into serving bowls. Top with chopped pecans or walnuts, fresh fruit, or additional drizzle of maple syrup if desired.

Step 8

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(869.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	743.0

Total Fat 18.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 10mg	0%
Sodium 676.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 61.4g
Protein 21.0g	0%

Vitamin D 50IU	0%
Calcium 292.1mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1027.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.8%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 67.3%