Cocoa-Almond Steel Cut Oatmeal
When you want a filling and nutritious breakfast that tastes like dessert, make Cocoa Steel Cut Oatmeal! Tender oats are combined with almond milk, cocoa powder, brown sugar and bananas for a sweet, yet healthy way to start your day.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup Quick-Cooking Steel Cut Irish Oatmeal
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 ripe sliced banana , divided
- 1/4 cup sliced or chopped toasted almonds , divided
- 1/4 cup chopped semi-sweet chocolate , divided
- 1/3 cup heavy cream (or vanilla almond milk) , divided
Instructions
- In a medium pot, bring the almond milk and water to a boil. Add in the oats and salt; reduce heat to a gentle simmer (about medium-low), cover and cook for 6 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until desired doneness is achieved.
- Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Stir in the cocoa powder, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Divide into bowls, topped with some sliced banana, almonds, chocolate pieces, and a couple tablespoons heavy cream.
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Nutrition
Calories: 371kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 490mg | Potassium: 254mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 239mg | Iron: 3mg