Start your day with a cozy and satisfying bowl of Maple and Brown Sugar Oatmeal. This stovetop oatmeal is sweetened with brown sugar and pure maple syrup, offering a comforting and delicious breakfast option.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:7 minutes
Total Time:12 minutes
Yield:2 servings 1x
Category:Breakfast
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Oatmeal:
1cup old-fashioned rolled oats
2cups water or milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
Sweeteners:
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
1 tablespoon butter (optional)
Toppings:
Chopped nuts or sliced bananas for topping (optional)
Instructions
Boil Liquid: In a medium saucepan, bring the water or milk and salt to a boil.
Add Oats: Stir in the oats and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5–7 minutes until tender.
Sweeten: Remove from heat and stir in brown sugar, maple syrup, and cinnamon if using. Add butter for richness.
Serve: Spoon into bowls and top with nuts, banana slices, or more maple syrup. Serve warm.
Notes
Use quick oats for a faster version or steel-cut oats for a heartier texture (adjust cook time accordingly).