What better way to start your morning than with a deliciously warm and creamy bowl of oatmeal? I know what’s better. Starting your day with a deliciously warm, creamy bowl of oatmeal with “HONEY!”

When I was younger I ate oatmeal often. But, when I started to pay more attention to my diet I completely stopped. I didn’t want to use imitation butter, white sugar, or brown sugar anymore.

Fast forward many years later oatmeal is back on the menu again. “Why?” you might ask. Let me further explain.

REASONS TO START YOUR MORNING WITH OATMEAL

There are so many benefits to eating oatmeal. Oats are gluten-free, help with weight loss, lower cholesterol, and help to stabilize blood sugar levels. They’re also full of antioxidants and fiber.

Oatmeal is also a good choice if your mornings are usually busy and you need a quick and filling meal. Oatmeal doesn’t take long to cook and leaves you feeling more satisfied compared to other quick morning meals.

The list of benefits doesn’t end there, but that’s enough of a reminder to at least serve it to my family a few times out of the week.

CAN YOU EAT HONEY WITH OATMEAL?

I sweeten up my oatmeal with raw honey all the time — and it’s tasty!

Like oatmeal, research shows that raw honey helps with weight loss. Studies show raw honey is also packed with antioxidants that help to fight disease. Both oats and raw honey seem to work together as a powerhouse of nutrients.

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ISN’T RAW HONEY JUST ANOTHER KIND OF SUGAR?

Let’s take a look at what raw honey is made of;

80% natural sugars
18% water
minerals
vitamins
pollen
2% protein

Raw honey is pure honey straight from the bee hive. Not heated or processed in any way to cause the honey to lose its valuable nutrients.

It produces energy that’s easy for your body to absorb making it great to consume before and after workouts.

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The sugar in raw honey is naturally occurring. Not processed. Therefore, our bodies don’t respond to it the same as processed sugar.

When I would eat my oatmeal with all the other unhealthy stuff, I’d be full but also lethargic. Now when I eat my Creamy Honey Oatmeal I’m satisfied, but also fueled. No more feeling sleepy and exhausted at the very start of my day.

Also, if you enjoy cinnamon in your oatmeal check out my Healthy Cinnamon and Honey Oatmeal recipe. It also has excellent health benefits.

HOW I GET MY OATMEAL SMOOTH AND CREAMY

There are two things I do to get my oatmeal to taste silky and creamy. One is butter. The other is milk (usually coconut milk). But I don’t always use both and using either butter or milk works perfectly in my opinion.

But, in this particular recipe, I only used butter and the taste is yummy. My kids enjoy it too.

PLEASE READ THESE RECIPE NOTE

This one thing is imperative — better quality ingredients will result in more rich and flavorful oatmeal. This is true for any dish your prepare. Choosing exceptional ingredients creates superior flavor.

Raw honey is not only better for you than regular honey, it tastes better too.

I prefer using raw grass-fed butter, but there aren’t any stores close enough to me that have it. Not that I know of.

My second option is grass-butter. In my opinion, it’s more decadent than regular butter. Not to mention it has incredible advantages for your health.

Remember when trying out this recipe that you can adjust each ingredient to your liking. If you want your oats thicker, use less water and vice versa. Butter and honey are to taste so use them to your satisfaction.

If you try out this Healthy Honey Oatmeal recipe, I truly hope you enjoy it! Don’t forget to let me know in the comments.

Creamy Honey Oatmeal

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This is a healthy creamy oatmeal recipe sweetened with raw honey!

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Cook Time 10

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 4 people

Equipment

Medium size pot

Ingredients

2 cups old fashioned oats organic if possible
4 cups water
2 tbsp of butter raw grass-fed if possible
1/4 cup raw honey (or to taste)

Instructions

Add water and oats to a medium-size saucepan over medium heat.
Stir continuiously and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, continue stirring, and cook for about 10 minutes or until oatmeal reaches the desired consistency.
Remove from heat and let stand for 2 minutes.
Add butter and honey.
Serve and enjoy!

Keyword honey oatmeal, oatmeal with honey

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