Holiday Oats!: Valentine's Day Oatmeal.

Are you ready to fall in looooove?! And yes, I realize that was very corny...😂 but in all seriousness: you will fall in love with this delicious oat bowl. Chocolate-y, creamy, oatmeal goodness...steaming and comforting! And just like always, super quick and easy. Serve this to your sweetie and they will forever be yours ❤️👌 

            Valentine's Day Oatmeal. 

                     Ooooooh yeah. 

Valentine's Day Oatmeal; Vegan, Gluten-free. Serves one. 

Ingredients 

1. 1/2 c oats of choice

2. 1 c almond milk

3. 1/2 cup water 

4. 1 T carob powder (or cocoa)

5. 10 drops liquid coconut stevia 

6. Two large strawberries, sliced

7. 1/2 tsp shredded coconut, unsweetened 

Method

1. Combine oats and carob/cocoa in a bowl and mix well. 

2. In a small pot, bring a mind milk to a rolling boil. When boiling, reduce heat to medium, and add oat/carob mix off of heat. Whisk vigorously. 

3. Return to hear and add water and stevia. Stir frequently, cooking until desired consistency is reached. 

4. Top with sliced strawberries and coconut shreds.  Serve hot. Enjoy!

Holiday Oats!: 4th of July Oatmeal Parfait.

Yay another holiday oats post! As you know, I'm a big sucker for holidays.  I mean, after all, it's just another great excuse to spend ALL DAY in the kitchen making delicious, nourishing, and BEAUTIFUL holiday-themed vegan food! Love. 

This "4th of July Oatmeal Parfait" is so so so good. It's so ridiculously quick, simple, and absolutely gorgeous. Have you been searching for a yummy Independence Day breakfast or dessert? Well search no more. MAKE THIS NOW! 

           4th of July Oatmeal Parfait. 

4th of July Oatmeal Parfait; Vegan, Gluten-free. Serves one. 

Ingredients

1. 6 oz. Morinu soft silken tofu

2. 10 drops coconut flavored stevia

3. 1/2 cup dry oats of choice (I used oatbran. Rolled or old fashioned will work too.)

4. 2 T unsweetened shredded coconut, optional 

5. 1 cup frozen strawberries

6. 1/2 cup frozen wild blueberries

Method 

1. Gather a glass "parfait" bowl and set aside. 

2. In a separate microwave safe bowl, nuke frozen strawberries in the microwave for 40-45 seconds. Remove from microwave and mash with the back of a fork. It's ok to have some chunks remaining--don't completely purée. 

3. Spread strawberry mixture on bottom of parfait dish. Set aside. 

4. In your mini food processor, combine tofu and stevia. Blend until smooth. 

5. In separate bowl, mix together oats, tofu pudding, and optional coconut. Mix well and spread evenly over strawberry base. 

5. Top with frozen wild blueberries. Refrigerate until ready to enjoy. 

Holiday oats: overnight carrot cake oats

Not sure what to fix for Easter breakfast? I've gotcha covered. These yummy carrot cake overnight oats are quick and easy to make and will keep you full until Easter brunch! 

         Overnight Carrot Cake Oats. 

Overnight Carrit Cake Oats; Vegan, Gluten-free. Serves one. 

Ingredients

1. 1/2 cup old fashioned oats

2. 1/2 cup lite canned coconut milk

3. 1/2 cup water

4. 3 T raisins 

5. 2 T ground flaxseed

6. 1/4 tsp vanilla powder

7. Cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice: to taste

8. One medium large carrot (6 baby carrots), peeled and grated

Method

1. Combine oats, flaxseeds, carrots, raisins, spices, and vanilla in a sealable jar. Cover and shake vigorously to combine ingredients. 

2. Open jar and pour in coconut milk and water. Gently fold in liquid, ensuring all dry ingredients are submerged. 

3. Secure lid and place jar in fridge overnight or for at least 8 hours. Enjoy! 

     Easy-peasy breakfast. Just like that. 

Holiday Oats: St. Patrick's Day Sweet Vanilla Matcha Oatmeal

A couple years ago, I had this idea to create a bowl of oatmeal for each holiday. It has been so fun thinking of different ways to celebrate these special times of the year through healthy foods.
As each holiday comes, I will post my "Holiday Oats" for that particular holiday. So here's St. Patty's Day: Sweet Vanilla Matcha Oatmeal. Let me just say...yum. I am a total matcha addict. I love it so much. I put it in everything almost! Smoothies, oatmeal, protein poppers; you name it, matcha goes in it. This oatmeal is absolute perfection. Definitely a favorite for any time of the year, not just on St. Patrick's Day!

Sweet Matcha Vanilla Oatmeal.

Sweet Matcha Vanilla Oatmeal; Vegan. Serves One.

Ingredients

1. 1/2 Cup oats of choice (oat bran is my favorite)
2. 1 Cup water
3. 1 tsp matcha powder (make sure it's just the tea--not sweetened!)
4. 1/4-1/2 tsp stevia
5. 1/4 tsp vanilla powder

Method

1. In a small soup pot, bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and add oats, matcha, and vanilla. Stir continuously until desired consistency is reached. Top as desired and enjoy!

Sweet Vanilla Matcha Oatmeal. Topped with "protein frosting": just mix your favorite protein powder with water until desired consistency is reached.