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Maple Custard Oatmeal

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  • Prep Time5 min
  • Total Time20 min
  • Makes4 servings
Maple custard oatmeal with berries

(Photo: Erik Putz)

Chatelaine Triple Tested

Love oatmeal but need an extra hit of protein in the morning? The secret ingredient in this genius recipe is eggs, which are cooked slowly with the oats to create a creamy, custardy (and protein-rich) wonder.

Ingredients

  • 3 eggs

  • 2 1/2 cups milk, or water

  • 1 cup quick oats

  • 1/4 to 1/3 cup maple syrup

  • 1 tsp vanilla

  • 1/8 tsp salt

  • raspberries

  • blueberries

  • toasted chopped walnuts

Instructions

  • WHISK eggs with milk and oats in a medium saucepan and set over medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until very creamy, about 15 min. Stir in maple syrup, vanilla and salt.

  • DIVIDE among 4 bowls. Top with fruit and nuts.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 277, Protein 13g, Carbohydrates 37g, Fat 9g, Fibre 2g, Sodium 197mg.

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