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The Best Brown Sugar Oatmeal (Easy 15-Minute Recipe)

April 17, 2017 By Alia 6 Comments

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This easy Brown Sugar Oatmeal recipe makes the best, creamiest oatmeal ever. It is a healthy, satisfying breakfast that requires only 5 ingredients and 15 minutes to make! Learn how to make homemade brown sugar oatmeal from scratch with this quick and simple recipe.

Close-up overhead view of Brown Sugar Oatmeal in a white bowl topped with chopped almonds and blackberries.

Homemade Brown Sugar Oatmeal: The Perfect Breakfast

You are going to love this easy brown sugar oatmeal recipe, because it is made with simple, nutritious ingredients and it tastes amazingly delicious. I always like to make oatmeal from scratch, because that way I get to control the ingredients and the amount of sugar in it. Not only that, homemade oatmeal just tastes so much better than the oatmeal packets you buy from the store.

This homemade oatmeal recipe is made with basic ingredients that you probably already have on hand in the kitchen, such as milk, egg, brown sugar, butter and rolled oats. I know that it’s not common to see an egg in the ingredient list for an oatmeal recipe, but it adds so much richness and creaminess to texture of the oatmeal. The egg also adds a boost of protein and makes it a power breakfast that will keep you feeling full all morning!

How to Make Brown Sugar Oatmeal from Scratch

Full instructions are included in the recipe below. But as a brief overview, to make this homemade oatmeal recipe, simply:

  1. Make the flavor base: Combine the milk, egg, brown sugar, and butter in a pan.
  2. Add the oats: Stir in the rolled oats (use gluten-free if required) and simmer until thickened.
  3. Serve: Ladle the hot oatmeal into bowls and serve with your mix-ins or toppings of choice.

Overhead view of Brown Sugar Oatmeal in a white bowl and spoon on the side, topped with chopped almonds and blackberries.

How to Customize Your Brown Sugar Oatmeal

The base recipe is perfect on its own, but feel free to customize the oatmeal to your liking. For the photos in this post, I topped the oatmeal with fresh blackberries, chopped almonds, and an extra sprinkle of brown sugar.

Customization options for oatmeal are truly endless, but here are some ideas for toppings and add-ins:

  • Fresh berries: Raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, or strawberries
  • Dried fruit: Raisins, dried cranberries, or dried cherries 
  • Chopped nuts: Walnuts, pecans, almonds, pistachios, cashews, or peanuts 
  • Seeds: Pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, or sunflower seeds
  • Baking Chips: Chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, or peanut butter chips
  • Coconut: Shredded coconut or coconut flakes
  • Nut butter: Peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter
  • Extract: A splash of vanilla or coconut extract
  • Spices: A pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg

More Easy Breakfast Recipes to Try

Looking for more breakfast inspiration? Here are some of my favorites on the blog:

  • Breakfast Quinoa Bowls
  • Tomato Avocado Toast
  • Strawberry Overnight Oats
  • Breakfast Egg Muffins
  • Healthy Breakfast Cookies

If you make this Brown Sugar Oatmeal recipe, let me know! Leave a comment with a star rating ★ below, because I love hearing from you! ♡

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Brown Sugar Oatmeal

This homemade Brown Sugar Oatmeal recipe makes the best, creamiest oatmeal ever. Easy, healthy, and ready in just 15 minutes!
4.84 from 6 votes
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Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Brown Sugar Oatmeal, Homemade Oatmeal
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 2 servings
Calories: 406kcal
Author: Alia | Everyday Easy Eats

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups low-fat milk
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • Optional toppings: Fresh berries and chopped nuts
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Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, egg, sugar and butter over medium heat until smooth.
  • Stir in the oats and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring frequently, for 8 - 10 minutes or until thickened.
  • Garnish with optional toppings, if using, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 406kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 113mg | Sodium: 185mg | Potassium: 490mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 505IU | Calcium: 296mg | Iron: 2.2mg
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  1. Laura says

    June 19, 2017 at 10:20 am

    5 stars
    This is the creamiest oatmeal I’ve ever had! Wow. It wasn’t too sweet either which was nice. This will be my go-to oatmeal from now on.

    Reply
    • Alia says

      June 20, 2017 at 5:31 pm

      Hey Laura! Thank you so much! ♡ I am so glad you liked the recipe!!

      Reply
  2. Carla Rodriguez says

    September 27, 2020 at 5:20 pm

    5 stars
    Love it!!!

    Reply
    • Alia says

      September 27, 2020 at 6:01 pm

      Thank you Carla! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Jeff Cybak says

    January 20, 2021 at 5:34 am

    5 stars
    Excellent recipe!!!

    Reply
    • Alia says

      January 20, 2021 at 7:11 pm

      Thanks Jeff, I’m glad you enjoyed the oatmeal recipe!

      Reply

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