Gluten-Free Maple Brown Sugar Oatmeal

Ingredients

• 2 cups Certified Gluten-Free Rolled Oats
• 4 cups Water
• 1 cup Milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 1/4 cup Maple Syrup
• 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 tablespoon Butter or Coconut Oil
• 1/4 cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts (optional)
• 1/4 cup Raisins or Dried Cranberries (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Chia seeds (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Flax seeds (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan, combine water, milk, butter or coconut oil, and salt.

2. 2

   Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and stir in the gluten-free rolled oats, cinnamon, chia seeds, and flax seeds.

4. 4

   Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are cooked through and the oatmeal has thickened to your desired consistency.

5. 5

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the maple syrup, brown sugar, and vanilla extract.

6. 6

   If using, stir in the chopped nuts and/or dried fruit.

7. 7

   Divide the oatmeal into bowls and serve immediately.

8. 8

   Optional: Add a drizzle of extra maple syrup or a sprinkle of brown sugar on top.

9. 9

   Optional: Add a splash of milk of choice for creamier oatmeal