Coffee Oatmeal with Buckwheat Honey, Blueberries and Yogurt

Coffee Oatmeal with Buckwheat Honey, Blueberries and Yogurt

YIELD: Makes 1 serving

INGREDIENTS

1/4 cup - black coffee

1/4 - 1/2 cup - milk of choice (depending on preferred oatmeal consistency)

1 packet (approx. 1 oz.) - plain instant oatmeal

2 tsp. - buckwheat honey

1 T - sliced almonds, optional

2 tsp. - shaved coconut, optional

1/4 cup - yogurt of choice, optional

1/3 cup - blueberries (fresh or frozen; if frozen, allow time to thaw)

DIRECTIONS

Combine coffee and milk in a microwaveable mug or bowl and stir. Heat in microwave until boiling, approximately 1 minute on high.

Pour packet of oatmeal into a serving bowl. Add honey. Add sliced almonds and shaved coconut if using and stir to combine.

Pour the warmed coffee and milk combination on top of oatmeal and stir, adding more coffee or milk as needed until desired consistency is reached.

Top with blueberries and yogurt.

TIP

Get creative with toppings! Any type of fresh or frozen berries or nuts work well with this recipe.

Recipe courtesy of chef Jenny Dorsey, made for the National Honey Board