Almond Joy Oatmeal Bowl! Vegan, gluten free, dairy free and refined sugar free! If you’re looking for a healthy breakfast option — oatmeal is one of my favorites! Plain oatmeal can get a little boring though, so I love to create fun and flavorful oatmeal bowls like this one! It’s super easy to make, very tasty, and definitely filling!

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup rolled/old fashioned oats

• 1-2 TBS cocoa powder

• 2 TBS coconut flakes

• 1 cup coconut milk (see notes)

• 1/2 banana, mashed or 1 TBS maple syrup/honey

Topping Ideas:

• Coconut flakes/shredded coconut

• Almond butter

• Almonds, chopped or slivered

• Dark chocolate chips

• Cacao nibs

• Chocolate squares

• Coconut milk yogurt

Directions:

1. Combine oats, coconut milk, cocoa powder, coconut flakes and mashed banana/sweetener of choice in a small saucepan and cook on medium heat until cooked (about 5-10 min). Stir occasionally to avoid burning on the bottom.

2. Remove from heat and dish into a bowl.

3. Top with desired toppings (I used almond butter, coconut yogurt, coconut flakes and raw cacao squares).

4. Enjoy!

Notes:

1. If using full fat coconut milk, only use 1/4-1/3 cup coconut milk and add water for the rest of the liquid. I used 1 cup light coconut milk.

2. Try chocolate protein powder for a sugar free sweetener option!