Sweet Coconut Oatmeal

Oatmeal is only as exciting as the stuff you put into it, since it's boring on its own. This dish is sweet and creamy, a tad exotic, and the kids will love it. If you want, prepare it the day before, refrigerate, and reheat in the microwave. Enjoy!

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 490 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar, or more to taste
• ¼ cup coconut flakes (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring coconut milk to a gentle boil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir in oats and honey; lower heat and simmer until milk has mostly been absorbed, about 15 minutes.

Step 2

Sprinkle coconut flakes, brown sugar, and cinnamon into oatmeal. Cook until oats are creamy and flavors are combined, about 5 minutes.