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–+ servings

Cinnamon Spice Oatmeal

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients  

  • 2 cup rolled oats
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon unsalted butter

Instructions 

  • In a large saucepan bring water along with a pinch of salt to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • After the water has come to a boil add the oatmeal and reduce to medium heat. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add spices, brown sugar, and butter to the oatmeal and reduce to low heat. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the oats are tender.
  • Remove from heat and serve immediately. Top with additional spices and brown sugar.

Notes

1. The perfect water-to-oatmeal ratio is 2:1.
2. To avoid overcooking the oatmeal reduce the temperature to medium.
3. The salt helps bring out the nutty flavor of the oatmeal so don't skip it. Salt also helps make sweet foods a little sweeter.
4. The nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. The nutritional value is only for rolled oats and other ingredients as listed and does not include the nutritional value of any additional toppings. It does not include the nutrition for any substitutions.
5. Be sure to check out the Key Ingredients along with the Recipe Tips and Notes sections found in the post, for more tips, options, substitutions, and variations for this recipe! You will also find step-by-step photos there.