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Healthy Valentines Treats Oatmeal Bowl Recipe Easy Fresh Citrus Granola

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A cozy and wholesome oatmeal bowl topped with fresh citrus and homemade granola, perfect for Valentine’s Day or any morning. This recipe balances indulgence with nourishment and comes together quickly with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (90g) for oatmeal base
  • 2 cups milk of choice (480ml) (dairy or plant-based like almond or oat milk)
  • 1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 medium orange, peeled and sliced thinly
  • 1 grapefruit, peeled and segmented
  • 1 small lemon, thinly sliced or zested (optional)
  • 1 cup rolled oats (90g) for granola
  • 1/4 cup raw almonds, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup raw walnuts or pecans, chopped
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil or olive oil
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: 1 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds
  • Optional garnishes: pomegranate seeds, fresh mint leaves, dollop of Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup rolled oats, chopped almonds, walnuts, coconut oil, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until evenly coated.
  2. Spread granola mixture evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove when golden and fragrant. Let cool completely.
  3. Bring 2 cups milk to a gentle boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in 1 cup rolled oats, pinch of salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until creamy but slightly chewy.
  4. Sweeten oatmeal with 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup if desired. Adjust sweetness to taste.
  5. Peel and slice orange and grapefruit thinly, removing seeds. Optionally zest lemon for aroma.
  6. Spoon warm oatmeal into bowls. Arrange fresh citrus slices on top. Sprinkle with cooled granola. Add optional pomegranate seeds, fresh mint, or yogurt if desired.
  7. Serve immediately for best texture. To prep ahead, keep granola separate until serving.

Notes

Do not overcook oats to avoid mushy texture. Toast granola until golden but not burnt. Adjust honey sweetness after tasting due to natural sweetness from citrus and granola. Remove white pith from citrus for less bitterness. Granola can be made ahead and stored in airtight container for up to two weeks. Oats can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat with splash of milk.

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