Raisin and Spice Oatmeal Recipe

This raisin and spice oatmeal recipe is the perfect way to give breakfast a flavor boost! Raisins and warm spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg combined with a hearty bowl of oatmeal create a bowlful of comfort to start the day.

Why I Love This Recipe

I love this raisin and spice oatmeal recipe so much and have made it for my boys four times this week alone. I think it's safe to say they love it, too! Here are a few of our favorite things about it:

• It serves 2 big bowls of hearty, warm oatmeal into my teenage boys' bellies so perfectly. It is one of their favorite breakfasts.
• One pot, two bowls, dishwasher, done!
• This raisin and spice oatmeal recipe is perfect for a lazy morning breakfast as well as those busy school mornings.
• Top it with all of your favorite toppings, catering to you and your family's personal preferences (see suggestions in Recipe Notes below).
• This healthy breakfast can be easily made both dairy-free and gluten-free.
• Perfect comforting breakfast for fall and winter months, with an enticing blend of spices.

Recipe Ingredients

Milk - Use any variety of milk to make this recipe! Skim, 1%, 2%, whole milk, oat milk, almond milk, coconut milk or soy milk all work fine.

Note: Non-dairy varieties might alter the flavor of the final dish.

Old fashioned oats - Regular old-fashioned oats work great! Grab a gluten-free variety to make this a gluten free breakfast.

If using quick oats or instant oats, decrease cook time according to cooking instructions on packaging.

Brown sugar - Light brown sugar or dark brown sugar can be used interchangeably. White sugar, cane sugar or beet sugar can be used as replacements.

Cinnamon and nutmeg - Don't limit yourself to cinnamon and nutmeg! Consider using 1/2 teaspoon cloves, apple pie spice or pumpkin pie spice!

Raisins - Go big on the dried fruit! In addition to raisins, consider adding dried cranberries or apricots.

Regular raisins and golden raisins can be used interchangeably.

How To Make Raisin and Spice Oatmeal Recipe

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring the water and milk to a boil over medium heat. Watch the pan carefully to avoid milk from boiling over.

Reduce heat to medium-low and add the oats and brown sugar.

Cook, stirring occasionally, until oats are soft and have absorbed most of the liquid, about 7 minutes.

Step 2

Remove pan from heat and stir in raisins, cinnamon and nutmeg. Cover and let sit for 3 minutes. Remove cover and serve!

Recipe Notes

• When heating the liquids on the stove, watch the pan carefully to avoid milk from boiling over. Once milk reaches boiling point, it will overflow quickly if not watched!
• Additional ingredients can be included in this raisin and spice oatmeal recipe as toppings: chia seeds, maple syrup, peanut butter, fresh apples or peaches, chocolate chips, a sprinkle of cinnamon, roasted pumpkin seeds or a pat of butter.

How To Make Creamy Oatmeal

Increase the liquid:oats ratio from 2 cups of liquid:1 cup of oats to 5 cups liquid:2 cups of oats for a creamy oatmeal recipe. Here's a creamy oatmeal recipe that's easy and filling! Get ready for the perfect amount of creamy, with added toppings of your choice to dress it up.

Eggs vs Oatmeal

Eggs and oatmeal are both delicious and hearty, filling breakfast options! Both can easily be part of a balanced diet.

If you're trying to decide between the two, here are some highlights:

• Eggs are a great source of protein and other nutrients.
• Oatmeal comes with carbs, fiber and other nutrients.
• A serving of eggs has fewer calories than a serving of oatmeal.
• Both are great canvases for toppings and add-ins!

How Long Does Cooked Oatmeal Last

Store cooked oatmeal in the fridge covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container for up to 4 days for best results.

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