Custard Oatmeal with Fresh Berries and Nuts Recipe
A creamy and comforting Custard Oatmeal recipe that combines rolled oats with milk and a silky egg custard mixture, gently cooked on the stovetop. Naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup and flavored with vanilla extract, this oatmeal makes a nutritious and delicious breakfast. Optional toppings like fresh berries, sliced bananas, and chopped nuts add texture and extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 ½ cups milk (or any plant-based milk)
- A pinch of salt
Custard Mixture
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Fresh berries
- Sliced bananas
- Chopped nuts
Instructions
- Combine oats and milk: In a saucepan, combine rolled oats, milk, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Prepare custard mixture: While the oats are cooking, whisk together the egg, honey, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until well blended.
- Incorporate custard into oats: Once the oats have absorbed most of the milk and have cooked for about 5-7 minutes, reduce the heat to low. Gradually whisk in the egg mixture, stirring constantly to avoid scrambling the egg and to create a smooth custard texture.
- Thicken the oatmeal: Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes while stirring continuously until the oatmeal thickens and becomes creamy.
- Serve and garnish: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Serve the custard oatmeal immediately, topped with fresh berries, sliced bananas, and chopped nuts if desired to add flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use plant-based milk to make it vegan, but remember to substitute the egg with a vegan alternative if needed.
- Stir continuously when adding the egg mixture to prevent curdling.
- The oats will continue to thicken as the dish cools, so serve promptly for best consistency.
- Sweetener quantity can be adjusted to taste or substituted with sugar alternatives.
- Feel free to swap in different fresh fruits or nuts for toppings according to preference.
