Creamy Custard Oatmeal Berries
A creamy and hearty breakfast combining warm custard and rolled oats, enhanced with cinnamon and sweetened naturally. Perfect for a nourishing, comforting start to your day.
Equipment
- 1 medium saucepan
- 1 whisk
- 1 separate bowl
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk dairy or almond milk
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 pinch salt
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 eggs or flax eggs for vegan
- 0.25 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons butter or coconut oil optional
Instructions
- Heat the milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring gently until warm but not boiling.
- Add rolled oats, salt, and cinnamon to the warm milk. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Whisk eggs, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until smooth.
- Slowly add spoonfuls of the hot oat mixture into the egg mixture while whisking vigorously to temper the eggs.
- Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan, stirring continuously over low heat for 5 to 7 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in butter or coconut oil if desired for extra creaminess.
- Serve the custard oatmeal warm with fresh berries or your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Temper eggs slowly to avoid curdling.
- Use almond milk for a dairy-free recipe.
- Adjust thickness by adding more milk if needed.
- Store leftovers refrigerated and reheat gently.