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Tres Leches Oatmeal

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by Sarah Shatz

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by goodlifeeats

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This recipe was entered in the contest for Your Best Porridge
goldenblind221's Testing Notes: I substituted whole oats for the instant oatmeal in this recipe, and ended up with a hearty breakfast that satisfies. The combination of whisked milks and aromatics imparts a silky sweetness...
I substituted whole oats for the instant oatmeal in this recipe, and ended up with a hearty breakfast that satisfies. The combination of whisked milks and aromatics imparts a silky sweetness in the oats without being overwhelming. The flax seed adds a welcome texture and nuttiness, and offers a wealth of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber (making the meal, in my mind at least, fat free). To garnish, I added banana and chopped pecan pieces (it's what I have on hand), but I can imagine the fresh cut fruit pieces playing against the cream very well. This oatmeal is a quick, indulgent way to start the day. - goldenblind221

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goodlifeeats's Notes: I like breakfast recipes that taste more like they should be dessert. This is Tres Leches Cake meets your morning oatmeal. If you are worried about calorie count, feel free to substitute the...
I like breakfast recipes that taste more like they should be dessert. This is Tres Leches Cake meets your morning oatmeal. If you are worried about calorie count, feel free to substitute the low fat counterparts of the 3 milks in the ingredients. - goodlifeeats

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Serves 1

1 packet Instant Oatmeal, original flavor Ask a question about this ingredient

1 tablespoon whole flax seed Ask a question about this ingredient

1 teaspoon butter Ask a question about this ingredient

hot water Ask a question about this ingredient

3 tablespoons evaporated milk Ask a question about this ingredient

3 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk Ask a question about this ingredient

2 tablespoons half and half Ask a question about this ingredient

1/8 teaspoon rum flavoring Ask a question about this ingredient

1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Ask a question about this ingredient

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Ask a question about this ingredient

garnish: 1 kiwi, diced Ask a question about this ingredient

honey or agave, optional Ask a question about this ingredient

Combine the 3 milks (tres leches): evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and half and half. Add the vanilla, rum, and cinnamon. Whisk and set aside.
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In a small bowl, combine the oatmeal, flax, and butter. Add hot water according to package directions. Stir.
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Pour the milk on top of the oatmeal and garnish with diced kiwi. For a little extra sweetness, you may drizzle the top with a bit of honey or agave. Serve. Strawberries, mango, and pineapple also go nicely.
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4 Comments on Tres Leches Oatmeal

Ruhht added 3 months ago

Have you tried millet porridge at all? Sweeter than ordinary oats and very healthy too. For a dairy-free option I mix millet & boiling water (microwaving gives a more porridge-like consistency if speed is of the essence), 1 tbsp hemp seed oil, oat cream, ginger jam, fresh chopped banana. Mighty nice (and healthy) way to start the day.