📖 Instructions

1. Combine oats and milk: In a small saucepan, pour in 1 cup of milk (any kind works!). Add ½ cup of rolled oats. Make sure the oats are mostly submerged in the milk—give it a little stir to help.
2. Cook the oatmeal: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Let the mixture come to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the oatmeal thickens to your desired consistency. The key here is patience; don't crank up the heat!
3. Stir in almond butter: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add 2 tablespoons of almond butter to the cooked oatmeal. Stir well until the almond butter is fully melted and evenly incorporated. This gives it that creamy, nutty flavor that makes this oatmeal special.
4. Add sweetener (optional): If you like your oatmeal a little sweeter, now is the time to add a touch of sweetener. A drizzle of honey, maple syrup, or a sprinkle of brown sugar works perfectly. Start with a small amount and taste as you go!
5. Prepare the strawberries: While the oatmeal is cooking, wash and slice about ½ cup of fresh strawberries. Set them aside; these are going to be the star of the show on top.
6. Assemble and serve: Pour the almond butter oatmeal into a serving bowl. Arrange the sliced strawberries on top. For an extra touch, you can add a sprinkle of chia seeds or a drizzle of extra almond butter. I sometimes like to throw in a few chocolate chips, just because!
7. Enjoy immediately: This almond butter strawberry oatmeal is best enjoyed fresh and warm. Grab a spoon and dig in! You’ve just made yourself a delicious and nutritious breakfast that’s sure to brighten your day. What does this mean for you? A great start to the day!