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I’m always trying to find new ways to dress oatmeal up a bit. Oatmeal is a frugal breakfast option that is very filling. When you find a recipe that you love and want to incorporate into your menu, you can save quite a bit of money on your grocery bill!
My Chocolate Chai Oatmeal is a decadent way to get your “E” meals in if you’re following the Trim Healthy Mama plan. It features a rich, dark chocolate base with a hint of chai spice to give you a unique breakfast experience. The best part is, you don’t even have to own the many spices that make up a chai blend. For this recipe, we’re going the easy route and using chai tea to boil our oatmeal in. This oatmeal tastes like dessert and it’s a wonderful way to start your day! Confession: I’ve actually made this recipe for a snack and even dessert. It’s that good!
This recipe makes one large bowl of oatmeal. I like to top mine with a dollop of Greek or Triple Zero yogurt for added protein. The oatmeal is quite thick, so feel free to add a dash or two of almond or cashew milk to get the consistency you want!
Special Items Mentioned:
- 3/4 C. Old-Fashioned Oats
- 3/4 C. Water
- 1 Chai Tea Bag (Your favorite brand!)
- 3 T. Gentle Sweet
- 1/2 t. Cinnamon
- 2 T. Cocoa Powder
- 3 T. Almond or Cashew Milk
- 1/4 t. Vanilla
- Pinch of Salt
- 1. Bring the water and tea bag to a boil and let steep for 5 minutes 2. Remove the tea bag and stir in the oatmeal. Let simmer until done. This may vary by brand, so always consult your package! 3. Stir in the sweetener, cinnamon, cocoa powder, almond or cashew milk, vanilla and salt. 4. Enjoy!
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