Description
Creamy, dreamy, and full of tropical flavor, these Tasty Coconut Cream Oats are the perfect cozy breakfast made with coconut milk, maple syrup, and fresh banana.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 ½ cups canned coconut milk
- ½ cup water
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 ripe banana, sliced
- 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Place a small saucepan over medium heat to preheat.
- Combine rolled oats, coconut milk, water, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt in the saucepan.
- Stir to prevent sticking and let simmer over medium-low heat.
- Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the oats are soft and creamy.
- Remove from heat and adjust consistency if needed with a splash of water or coconut milk.
- Top with banana slices, toasted shredded coconut, and an optional drizzle of maple syrup.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for the richest texture.
- Toast the shredded coconut for extra flavor and crunch.
- Store leftovers in jars for easy make-ahead breakfasts.
- Add nut butter or protein powder for a nutrition boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: coconut oats, vegan breakfast, creamy oatmeal, tropical oats, healthy oatmeal recipe