American Flag Oatmeal Bowl

A beautiful American Flag Oatmeal Bowl inspired by the recent 2020 Presidential Election. Sweet vanilla, whole grain oats are topped with fresh strawberries, bananas, homemade blueberry chia seed jam and silver candy stars. Vegan with no refined sugar, this is a nutritious, delicious way to start the morning and feel patriotic.

The main ingredient in this dish is whole grain oats. Whole grain oats are rich in antioxidants, contain soluble fibre and can lower cholesterol levels. To naturally sweeten your dish, we’re using dates. I spoke about the nutritional benefits of dates last year – they are great for blood sugar balance and contain a brain booster. Dates are an incredible source of natural sugars. You’ll find dates used as a sweetener in many vegan desserts.

Ingredients Needed To Make This Oatmeal Bowl

• Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
• Whole Dates (Medjool are the best but any type will work) or date paste.
• Vanilla extract
• Salt
• Fresh Strawberries
• Bananas
• Blueberry Chia Seed Jam
• Silver Candy Stars

Can This Bowl Be Gluten-Free?

Absolutely this bowl can be gluten-free. Simply use certified gluten-free oats. All other ingredients are naturally gluten-free.

How To Make Oatmeal

For a busy Mom like me, oatmeal is a perfect breakfast because of how quick and easy it is to make. It keeps me full for hours which is perfect for days that I am at the stables. I use old-fashioned rolled oats in this recipe because I enjoy the heartier texture and it is more nutritious and less processed than quick oats.

I like to make oatmeal on the stovetop, that is my preferred method, but if you are in a real morning rush, you can make oatmeal in the microwave. I will give you both instructions.

How to Make Oatmeal on the Stovetop:

• Bring the Water and Plant Milk to A Boil. In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil before you add the oats. This will keep the oats from absorbing too much water.
• Reduce the Heat. Turn down the heat so the water is at a gentle simmer and add the oats, dates or date paste, vanilla and salt.
• Stir frequently. Stir the oats while they cook to make sure they don’t stick to the bottom of the pan and to make them nice and creamy.
• Cook the oats for about 10 minutes or until desired consistency.
• Turn Off the Heat. Let the oatmeal sit for a few minutes if you have the time.

How to Make Oatmeal in the Microwave:

Combine 1 cup water, ½ cup old fashioned oats, dates, vanilla and a pinch of salt in a 2-cup microwavable bowl. Microwave on High for 2 ½ to 3 minutes. Stir before serving.

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Batch Cook

Oatmeal bowls are a wonderful choice for batch cooking. If you don’t have a lot of time to spend cooking or simply don’t like spending a lot of time cooking then hit the “2x” on the recipe card to double up the recipe for 4 days of breakfast.

More Oatmeal Recipes To Enjoy

If you enjoyed this American Flag Oatmeal Bowl you are going to love:

• Turmeric Oatmeal with Warm Berries
• Sweet & Salty Banana Walnut Oatmeal
• Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal
• Brownie Batter Overnight Oats

Scroll below for a full list of ingredients and instructions to make this American Flag Oatmeal Bowl. Let me know how you enjoy this recipe in the comment section below or find me at @SusanCooksVegan on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook , Pinterest and Twitter.

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