Custard Oatmeal

Wherearemycustardbesties at?! We love custard so much that If given the choice, we would happily swim in a pool that’s filled with it lol. This breakfast is prepared with simple ingredients and has the creamy texture. This recipe is rich in taste, thanks to the addition of a whisked egg, which is what creates that custard-like consistency. Whether you’re looking for a healthy breakfast or a yummy treat to indulge in, this Custard Oatmeal will be your new go-to morning meal!

What stands out

Once you try this Custard Oatmeal, traditional oatmeal just won’t cut it anymore. Not only does our recipe take less than 10 minutes, but also it’s packed with more protein than regular oatmeal! With the velvety texture and endless topping options, this breakfast treat is adjustable for nearly any palate.

How to Prepare Custard Oatmeal

In a pot on medium-high heat, combine equal parts of water and quick-cooking rolled oats.

Stir continuously until the mixture thickens, becomes creamy, and the water evaporates.

Reduce the heat to low and add cold water to lower the temperature and prevent scrambling the egg.

Whisk in one beaten egg vigorously until the mixture reaches a thick, custard-like consistency.

Pour the mixture into a bowl and top it with your favorite fruits, seeds, or toppings. Enjoy your Custard Oatmeal!

Kitchen tip

Any rolled oats will work in this recipe but you may need to add more water as some oats are larger than others. Steel-cut oats will not work as they require longer cooking times.

Swaps

Feel free to mix and match these variations to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs, creating endless possibilities for Custard Oatmeal! We have not tried all of these alternatives, so you may need to experiment and adjust the quantities.

1. Instead of using water, you can use milk (dairy or plant-based) for added creaminess and flavor.
2. Boost nutrition by adding ingredients such as chia seeds, hemp seeds, flaxseeds, or wheat germ.
3. Incorporate protein powder or Greek yogurt into the Custard Oatmeal for extra protein. However, you may need to adjust the liquid and experiment.
4. Get creative with toppings such as fruits, nuts, shredded coconut, chocolate chips, granola, peanut butter, jam, or whatever you’d like!
5. Feel free to experiment with flavored extracts in your Custard Oatmeal such as coconut extract, almond extract, or maple extract.

Serve it with

• Coffee or tea
• A side of Greek yogurt
• A spoonful of peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter

Questions

What type of salt do you use?

We use mark Redmond Real Salt, please note that depending on the salt you use, your dish may be less or more salty. Salt is to taste so please always taste and adjust as you cook.

What type of oatmeal can we use?

Any rolled oats will work in this Custard Oatmeal recipe. Steel-cut oats will not work, as they require longer cooking times. If you’re using regular rolled oats you may need to double the water as they are larger and will take a bit longer to break down.

What type of toppings do you suggest?

You can certainly use any toppings you love, including berries, nuts, seeds, nut butters, chocolate chips and more!

How can we make the oatmeal sweeter?

You can certainly use maple syrup or honey to make the Custard Oatmeal sweeter. Alternatively, you can use sweeteners like honey, agave, or a keto-friendly option as well.

Ingredients

Makes 1 servings

• ½ cup rolled oats, I used quick cooking
• ½ cup water, + an additional 1/3 cup cold water
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 egg, whisked
• 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract, optional

Equipment

• Medium Pot
• Measuring Cups + Spoons
• Redmond Real Salt
• Mixing Bowls

Method

1. In a pot on the stove on medium-high heat add the water and the rolled oats — equal parts of each.
2. Stir the whole time until it’s nice and thick and creamy and the water has evaporated.
3. Note: if you're not using quick cooking rolled oats, you will need to add more water as larger oats take longer to break down and absorb more water.
4. Reduce the heat to low and add 1/3 cup very cold water + 1 whisked egg. Whisk vigorously until a thick custard-like consistency.
5. Note: We add cold water so that we can bring down the temperature and avoid scrambling the egg.
6. Stir in vanilla bean, vanilla bean paste, or pure vanilla extract off the heat.
7. Pour into a bowl and top it off with any fruits, seeds, or toppings you love. Enjoy