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Delicious Candied Orange Oatmeal Cranberries for a fruity snack or breakfast

Candied Orange Oatmeal Cranberries

A delightful balance of chewy cranberries and candied orange peel over hearty oatmeal, perfect for a quick and memorable breakfast.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 2 cups water or milk (or a plant-based alternative)
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons candied orange peel homemade or store-bought
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup adjust to taste
  • 1 pinch salt to enhance the taste of oats
Optional Add-Ins
  • to taste chopped nuts (like almonds or walnuts)
  • to taste a dash of cinnamon
  • to taste a splash of vanilla extract for extra flavor

Method
 

Cooking the Oatmeal
  1. Bring your water or milk to a gentle simmer in a saucepan.
  2. Add a pinch of salt, which enhances the taste of the oats.
  3. Once simmering, toss in the rolled oats and stir gently to combine.
  4. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they start to absorb the liquid and soften.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Stir in the dried cranberries and the candied orange peel.
  2. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is warm and combined.
Finishing Touches
  1. Once you’ve reached your desired consistency, remove the pot from heat.
  2. Add in your choice of sweetener (honey or maple syrup).
  3. Give it a final stir and let it sit for a minute to thicken up.
  4. Serve immediately topped with a sprinkle of nuts or a dash of cinnamon, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 110mgFiber: 8gSugar: 12g

Notes

For a vegan option, substitute honey for maple syrup or agave nectar. You can experiment with swapping cranberries for raisins or dried blueberries. To make it creamier after reheating, stir in a splash of milk. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

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