Oatmeal might seem like a modern invention by the health conscious, but did you know that it’s been around for hundreds of years already? With one hundred percent whole grain and high fiber content, it’s no wonder oatmeal is the breakfast dish of choice around the world.

But while oatmeal does wonders in terms of health benefits, you might find that the taste leaves much to be desired. Especially if the only oatmeal you’ve ever had is the microwave-ready kind.

But don’t worry; there are still ways to make even the most boring oatmeal dish into a healthy breakfast treat with AFRA’s selection of kitchen appliances, and you can find them below.


Quick & Healthy Oatmeal

Sometimes it’s a good idea to start with the fundamentals, especially when breakfast is involved. This recipe is one of the easiest oatmeal recipes, taking only 5 minutes of prep and a further five minutes of cooking, and it comes with a delicious helping of bananas.

Ingredients:

w  1 cup rolled oats

w  2 cup unsweetened almond milk (any kind of milk works)

w  1 medium banana, mashed

w  ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

w  ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

w  pinch of salt

In a small saucepan, combine all the above ingredients over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Afterwards, turn down the heat to low-medium. Stir continuously, as oatmeal cooks and thickens, for about 3-5 minutes, until it’s at the desired consistency, then remove from heat. Best served immediately.


Maple French Toast Overnight Oatmeal

Not many people think about making breakfast ahead of time, but if you put in the extra effort to think ahead you might be pleasantly surprised with the results. This recipe combines the nutrition of oats with the flavor of French toast and a dash of cinnamon.

It’s not just delicious, but it’s healthy and vegan too, and the taste is well worth letting it soak overnight.

Ingredients:

w  1 cup rolled oats

w  1/2 medium banana, mashed

w  1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

w  1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

w  1 tablespoon maple syrup

w  1 teaspoon ground flaxseed meal

w  1 cup unsweetened almond milk

Mash half a banana in a medium sized container, then combine the rest of the ingredients. Leave it to sit for at least 2 hours, or overnight, before serving with fresh berries, banana slices, and ground cinnamon.


Coconut-Blueberry Baked Oatmeal

Your oven can also be a handy tool for preparing delicious and filling oatmeal, such as this coconut-blueberry recipe. It takes less than an hour to prepare, with only 10 minutes of prep time and another 40 minutes of cook time, making it perfect for weekend afternoons. And with blueberries and cinnamon thrown in, it’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth in the healthiest way possible.

Ingredients:

w  2 cups rolled oats

w  1 cup unsweetened flaked coconut

w  ¼ cup light brown sugar

w  1 teaspoon baking powder

w  1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

w  ½ teaspoon salt

w  2 cups skim milk

w  1 large egg, beaten

w  3 tablespoons coconut oil, softened

w  1 teaspoon vanilla extract

w  1 ½ cups blueberries

Preheat your oven to 350°F, or 175°C, and grease an 8-inch square baking dish.

In a bowl, create your oat mixture by combining your oats, coconut flakes, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

In another bowl, create your milk mixture by whisking together your milk, coconut oil, and vanilla extract.

In the bottom of your prepared baking dish, arrange two-thirds of your blueberries, and spread the oat mixture over them, followed by the milk mixture. Then evenly spread the remaining blueberries on top.

Place your dish in your preheated oven and bake for about 40 minutes, until the oatmeal is set and the top turns golden.

Cool for 5 minutes before serving.


Healthy Oatmeal with Peanut Butter and Banana

If you’re looking for healthy fats with natural sweetness and a dash of potassium, then this recipe can solve that problem for you thanks to its rich base of almonds and peanut butter. Coupled with bananas, and this oatmeal is the perfect, easy-to-prepare, healthy morning meal you’ll need for your busy workweek.

Ingredients:

w  4 ½ cups water

w  2 cups rolled oats

w  Pinch of salt

w  2 bananas, sliced

w  2 Tbsp peanut butter

w  ¼ cup chopped almonds

w  2 Tbsp agave syrup

Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan, then turn the heat down to low. Add your oatmeal and salt, then cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Then add in your bananas, peanut butter, almonds, and agave syrup. Stir the mixture until the ingredients are evenly incorporated. If you find that the oatmeal is too thick, you can add some milk to smoothen it out.