The secret ingredient adds tons of richness and flavor.

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Breakfast time in a busy household can be a huge struggle for many families.

Trust meI feel you!

Coconut oatmeal topped with sliced strawberries and toasted coconut, served in a bowl with a spoon.

Simply Recipes / Jazzmin Kaita

Oatmeal is a classic fast breakfast and something my kids will actually eat.

It creates a naturally sweet and coconut-infused breakfast bowl that my kids rarely get bored of.

(Especially if I let themadd sprinklesto their bowls!)

Bowl of oatmeal topped with sliced strawberries and shredded coconut, spoon resting on the bowl, additional oatmeal and toppings nearby.

Simply Recipes / Jazzmin Kaita

If I dont have the time for steel-cut oats, I preferrolled oatsover quick-cooking oats in this recipe.

Rolled oats cook very quickly but dont turn to mush like the quick-cooking variety.

Coconut milk separates as it sits and you want it to be completely mixed before measuring.

Bowl of oatmeal topped with sliced strawberries and shredded coconut, spoon resting inside, a glass of juice and fresh strawberries nearby.

Simply Recipes / Jazzmin Kaita

It will keep well for up to a week in the fridge in an airtight container.

Microwave it for 2 minutes, and it will be just like freshly cooked oatmeal.

Bring to a simmer over medium heat.

Stir in the oatmeal and turn the heat down to low.

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the oatmeal is tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes.

If the oatmeal is looking really dry, add the remaining 1/2 cup water to the pot.

If it is looking too thin, continue to simmer the oatmeal until it thickens.

Simple Tip!

If you dont want to use steel-cut oats, you’re able to use rolled oats instead.

Reduce the water to 1 cup and decrease the simmering time to about 10 minutes.

The rolled oatmeal wont have the same texture as steel-cut oatmeal but will have a great flavor.

Serve the oatmeal immediately with your favorite toppings or store in the fridge for later.

Topping Ideas

This 2-ingredient coconut oatmeal is completely delicious with nothing else on it.