The Cocoa Almond Oatmeal that Will Revolutionize your Mornings | Kristen Miglore

<p>Oatmeal for so long has left us with full stomachs for the day ahead but also left us with a full sink when we get home. This quick and easy recipe is the perfect hack for making oatmeal fast, with a super easy cleanup, that doesn't skimp on an ounce of flavor.</p><p>Be sure to order your copy of <a href="https://food52.com/shop/products/10000-simply-genius-recipes-cookbook-kristen-miglore">Simply Genius</a> to find this and so many other simply genius recipes</p><p><strong>Recipe</strong><br />Serves 1</p><ul><li>1/2 cup (50g) old-fashioned <a href="https://food52.com/shop/products/10533-food52-organic-rolled-old-fashioned-oats">rolled oats</a></li><li>1 1/4 cups (300ml) unsweetened almond milk, plus more for serving</li><li>Salt</li><li>4 teaspoons cocoa powder</li><li>2 tablespoons creamy or chunky almond butter</li><li>Maple syrup (optional</li></ul><ol><li>Simmer the oats: To a <a href="https://food52.com/shop/products/7707-five-two-essential-skillets">medium nonstick skillet</a>, add the <a href="https://food52.com/shop/products/10533-food52-organic-rolled-old-fashioned-oats">oats</a>, almond milk, a pinch of salt, and the cocoa. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently and scraping the bottom and sides with a <a href="https://food52.com/shop/products/1140-silicone-spatulas-set-of-2">silicone spatula</a>, until the oats are tender and creamy, about 5 minutes. Reduce the heat if it starts boiling too wildly, and don't wander away or it might boil over on you. Stop cooking when the oatmeal is a little looser than you want, as it will thicken as it cools.</li><li>Top and eat: Swirl in the almond butter and maple syrup. Add more milk if you'd like. Serve hot and clean up fast.</li><li>Store: Leftover oatmeal will keep well in a container in the fridge for a few days though it will thicken as it cools. Reheat in the microwave or in a nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring in a splash of milk or water.</li></ol><p>Is there a recipe you'd like to hear us make? Tell us all about it at <a href