Cinnamon Chai Latte Oatmeal (Print View)

Warm oats blend chai spices and cinnamon for a cozy, gently sweet breakfast. Creamy, fragrant, and easy to prepare.

# Components:

→ Oatmeal Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 2 cups milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup water
04 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
05 - Pinch of salt

→ Chai Spice Blend

06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
09 - 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
10 - 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Optional Toppings

12 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts, almonds)
13 - 1 tablespoon raisins or chopped dates
14 - 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
15 - Extra cinnamon for dusting

# Directions:

01 - In a medium saucepan, combine rolled oats, milk, water, maple syrup (or honey), and salt.
02 - Stir in the chai spice blend, including cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg, and black pepper.
03 - Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until the oats are creamy and tender, approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
04 - Taste and adjust sweetness or spiciness to your preference. Divide the cooked oatmeal equally between two serving bowls. Garnish with desired optional toppings such as chopped nuts, dried fruit, shredded coconut, and an extra dusting of cinnamon. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just fifteen minutes so it is a perfect fast breakfast
  • All ingredients are pantry staples and easy to find
  • Packed with warming spices for that chai latte vibe
  • Naturally sweetened plus easy to make fully plant-based
  • Spices infuse the oats so every bite feels like a hug
02 -
  • This oatmeal is high in fiber for steady energy
  • It is naturally vegetarian and easy to make vegan
  • Makes a hearty and warming breakfast that keeps you satisfied until lunch
03 -
  • Toast your spices in the dry pan for a minute before adding oats for even deeper flavor.
  • Do not skip the pinch of salt as this wakes up all the flavors in the bowl.
  • A silicone spatula makes stirring easy and helps prevent sticking on the bottom of the pan.
  • I always keep a stash of pre-mixed chai spice in my spice drawer to speed things up on sleepy mornings.

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