Tasty Coconut Cream Oats (Print View)

Creamy coconut oats with fresh fruit and natural sweetness for a nourishing breakfast.

# What You Need:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
02 - 1 cup coconut milk (canned, full-fat for extra creaminess)
03 - 1 cup water or unsweetened plant-based milk
04 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
05 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Toppings

07 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
08 - 1/2 cup fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
09 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
10 - 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes (optional)
11 - Extra drizzle of maple syrup or honey (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium saucepan, combine rolled oats, coconut milk, water (or plant-based milk), maple syrup, sea salt, and vanilla extract.
02 - Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
03 - Cook for 7-10 minutes, or until the oats are creamy and have absorbed most of the liquid.
04 - Remove from heat and let the oats sit for 1-2 minutes to thicken.
05 - Divide the oats between two bowls. Top each bowl with shredded coconut, fresh berries, chia seeds, and toasted coconut flakes. Drizzle with extra maple syrup or honey if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The coconut milk creates the most velvety texture you've ever experienced in oatmeal
  • It comes together in 15 minutes but tastes like something from a fancy brunch spot
  • The toppings are completely customizable based on what's in your fruit bowl
02 -
  • Coconut milk can separate in the can so give it a good shake or whisk before measuring
  • The oats will continue thickening as they cool so don't worry if they seem slightly loose when you first remove them from heat
  • Using light coconut milk instead of full-fat will result in a noticeably less creamy final texture
03 -
  • If your coconut milk has solidified at the top of the can scoop it into the pan first and let it melt before adding other ingredients
  • A splash of coconut milk stirred in right before serving brings back that just-cooked creaminess to reheated leftovers

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