Creamy Citrus Oats with Pecans, Almonds, and Cherries Recipe

Name: Creamy Citrus Oats with Pecans, Almonds, and Cherries Recipe
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup (90 g) old-fashioned rolled oats; 1½ cups (360 ml) unsweetened almond milk or other plain plant milk; ½ cup (120 ml) water; 1 tbsp. (15 ml) maple syrup; ½ tsp. orange zest; ¼ tsp. vanilla extract; ¼ tsp. ground cinnamon; Pinch of sea salt; 1 small orange or mandarin, peeled and separated into segments; ½ cup (75 g) fresh or thawed frozen cherries, pitted and halved; ¼ cup (30 g) pecan halves or pieces; 2 tbsp. (12 g) sliced almonds; Splash of plant milk, optional; Extra cinnamon, optional

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Creamy Citrus Oats with Pecans, Almonds, and Cherries | Plantsy Vegan Eats

This February creamy citrus oats recipe brings a little brightness to a cold-weather breakfast with sweet orange pieces, toasted pecans, sliced almonds, and cherries. The oats cook up creamy and simple, then the toppings add color, crunch, and enough natural sweetness to make the bowl feel finished.

Yield: 2 servings | Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

For the Oatmeal

1 cup (90 g) old-fashioned rolled oats
1½ cups (360 ml) unsweetened almond milk or other plain plant milk
½ cup (120 ml) water
1 tbsp. (15 ml) maple syrup
½ tsp. orange zest
¼ tsp. vanilla extract
¼ tsp. ground cinnamon
Pinch of sea salt

For Serving

1 small orange or mandarin, peeled and separated into segments
½ cup (75 g) fresh or thawed frozen cherries, pitted and halved
¼ cup (30 g) pecan halves or pieces
2 tbsp. (12 g) sliced almonds
Splash of plant milk, optional
Extra cinnamon, optional

Directions

Add the oats, plant milk, water, maple syrup, orange zest, vanilla, cinnamon, and sea salt to a small saucepan.
Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring often.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until the oats are tender and creamy. Add another splash of plant milk or water if you prefer a looser texture.
Divide the oatmeal between two bowls.
Serve with orange or mandarin segments, cherries, pecans, sliced almonds, a splash of plant milk, and extra cinnamon, if desired.

Make It Yours

For February, keep the citrus and nut combination, then change the fruit based on what you have.

Use blood orange, cara cara orange, grapefruit, or chopped apple in place of the mandarin.
Swap the cherries for pomegranate seeds, sliced pear, or a few chopped dates.
Walnuts, pumpkin seeds, or toasted coconut can replace the pecans or almonds.
For a more filling bowl, stir in a spoonful of almond butter or add a few tablespoons of cooked quinoa during the last minute of cooking.