Coconut Berry Oatmeal

How to Make Coconut Berry Oatmeal

1. 1

   Step 1: Toast the shredded coconut

   Place a small dry skillet over medium heat. Add the shredded coconut and toast, stirring constantly, until fragrant and golden brown (about 2–3 minutes). Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.

   For this step

   • 1/8 cupUnsweetened shredded coconut (for toasting)
   
2. 2

   Step 2: Combine oats and liquids

   In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, until the oats are soft and the mixture is creamy, 4–6 minutes.

   For this step

   • 1 cupRolled oats
   • 1 cupUnsweetened coconut milk (carton)
   • 1/2 cupWater
   • a pinchSalt
   
3. 3

   Step 3: Sweeten and flavor

   Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract. Taste and adjust sweetness or salt as needed for balance.

   For this step

   • 2 tablespoonsMaple syrup
   • 1/2 teaspoonVanilla extract
   
4. 4

   Step 4: Fold in berries

   Gently fold in the mixed berries. If using frozen berries, stir them into the hot oats for 1–2 minutes to warm and release juices; if fresh, simply fold them in to keep them bright and intact.

   For this step

   • 1 cupMixed berries (fresh or frozen)
   
5. 5

   Step 5: Serve with toasted coconut and toppings

   Divide the oatmeal between two bowls and sprinkle the toasted shredded coconut on top. Add any optional toppings like sliced banana or toasted nuts and serve warm.

   For this step

   • Optional toppings: banana slices, toasted nuts, extra berries
   

1. Place a small dry skillet over medium heat. Add the shredded coconut and toast, stirring constantly, until fragrant and golden brown (about 2–3 minutes). Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, until the oats are soft and the mixture is creamy, 4–6 minutes.
3. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract. Taste and adjust sweetness or salt as needed for balance.
4. Gently fold in the mixed berries. If using frozen berries, stir them into the hot oats for 1–2 minutes to warm and release juices; if fresh, simply fold them in to keep them bright and intact.
5. Divide the oatmeal between two bowls and sprinkle the toasted shredded coconut on top. Add any optional toppings like sliced banana or toasted nuts and serve warm.