Chai Spiced Almond Oatmeal

ingredients

• 1 cup quick-cook oats
• 1 tsp chai spice
• ½ tsp cardamom
• 2 Medjool dates, chopped
• ¼ cup water
• 2 cups plant-based milk
• 1 tbsp almond butter

Toppings

• 1 tbsp almond butter
• 1 tbsp roasted pumpkin seeds
• 1 tbsp shaved almonds
• 1 tsp dried rose petals
• Drizzle of date syrup

instructions

1. Add the oats, chai spice, cardamom, almond butter, chopped Medjool dates, and water to a small pan.
2. Place over medium heat and stir as the oats begin to warm and thicken.
3. Once the mixture starts to thicken, add 1 cup of the plant-based milk.
4. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often, until the oats become creamy and the dates start to soften into the mixture.
5. Add the remaining 1 cup plant-based milk and continue cooking for another 5–10 minutes, stirring regularly, until the oatmeal is thick, soft, and creamy.
6. If the oats become too thick, add a splash more milk until they reach the texture you like.
7. Pour into bowls.
8. Top with almond butter, roasted pumpkin seeds, shaved almonds, dried rose petals, and a drizzle of date syrup.
9. Say a little prayer, do a little dance, sprinkle with love, and serve with happiness.

notes

• Quick-cook oats make this extra soft and creamy, but rolled oats can work if cooked a little longer.
• Chop the dates small so they soften into the oatmeal and sweeten it evenly.
• Use oat milk or soy milk for a creamier bowl, or almond milk for a lighter texture.
• For a nut-free version, use oat milk or soy milk, swap almond butter for sunflower seed butter, and skip the shaved almonds.
• For extra protein, add hemp seeds, vegan protein powder, soy milk, or a spoonful of vegan yogurt on top.
• This oatmeal is best served warm, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 1 day and reheated with a splash of milk.
• Dietary note — Vegan: ✅ if using plant-based milk
• Dietary note — Gluten-Free: ✅ if using certified gluten-free oats