Description

Sweet Maple Rhubarb Oatmeal is a comforting, creamy breakfast dish featuring tender oats cooked with tangy rhubarb and naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup. Enhanced with warm cinnamon and a hint of vanilla, this oatmeal can be topped with crunchy nuts and an extra drizzle of maple syrup for added texture and flavor. Perfect as a nutritious start to your day, it balances fruity tartness with wholesome grains.

Ingredients

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Oatmeal Base

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
2 cups water (or milk for creamier texture)
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
pinch of salt
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Fruit and Sweeteners

1 cup chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional for extra sweetness)

Toppings (Optional)

2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans
extra maple syrup for drizzling

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Instructions

Simmer Rhubarb and Liquids: In a medium saucepan, combine water or milk, chopped rhubarb, pure maple syrup, brown sugar (if using), ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb softens and starts to break down, infusing the liquid with its tart flavor.
Cook the Oats: Stir in the rolled oats, reduce the heat to low, and cook uncovered for an additional 5 to 7 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking, until the oats become tender and creamy, absorbing the flavors from the rhubarb mixture.
Finish with Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract to add a fragrant sweetness and depth of flavor to the oatmeal.
Serve and Garnish: Spoon the oatmeal into bowls. Top each serving with chopped walnuts or pecans and drizzle with extra maple syrup, if desired, to add crunch and a richer maple sweetness. Serve warm for a cozy breakfast experience.

Notes

If using frozen rhubarb, there is no need to thaw it before cooking; simply add a few extra minutes to the initial simmering time.
For a fruitier variation, mix rhubarb with chopped strawberries during the simmering step to provide additional natural sweetness and texture.