Wondering how to make creamy oatmeal without using milk? Tahini is your answer! This maple tahini oatmeal recipe makes the creamiest oats you could desire and no milk is needed!
Incredibly creamy
Toasty maple flavour
A boost of protein
And ready in minutes
Ingredients
Only a few simple ingredients are needed for this quick breakfast recipe. To make two servings I use:
- One cup quick cooking oats
- Two cups filtered water
- A pinch of salt
- Two tablespoons tahini
- One tablespoon maple syrup
- Four chopped dates
- And a sliced banana
Optionally, you can easily stir in some flax or chia seeds or any other ingredients you love including in your oatmeal.
What Is Tahini
Tahini is one of my pantry staples and adds a boost of protein to any recipe. The food network has a great article on tahini and how to use it if it is a new ingredient for you.
You may know that tahini is a paste made from ground sesame seeds and is most commonly used for making hummus. But did you know that having tahini in your fridge gives you the ability to add this versatile ingredient to so many more recipes?
In addition to my hummus recipe, I most often use tahini in dressings. My Simple Lemon Tahini and Miso Maple Tahini dressings are my favourites to stir up in seconds! I drizzle them over salads, buddha bowls, and even fajitas!
You can try these delicious Chickpea Tahini Protein Balls too!
Recipe Cost?
This maple tahini oatmeal recipe makes two servings and costs us approximately $1.20 CAD or $0.60/serving! If we purchase our morning oatmeal from a cafe we can expect to pay at least $3 per bowl.
Before we began eating a plant based diet we nearly always had boxed cereal for breakfast but making oatmeal at home has been simple, delicious, and more cost effective. This recipe packs in some extra protein courtesy of the tahini and takes only 5 minutes to prepare.
BUT if you’re someone who struggles to find the time to make breakfast in the morning take a look at my video and guide for making overnight oats! You can combine all the ingredients for this recipe in a jar, put it in your fridge, and allow the oats to soak overnight. In the morning your breakfast will be ready and waiting for you to take it on the go!
Let me know if this maple tahini oatmeal recipe becomes a favourite of yours and if tahini is a staple in your pantry too!
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Maple Tahini Oatmeal For Your Best Morning
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Tahini makes the creamiest oatmeal ever! Try this simple maple tahini oatmeal for a delicious breakfast to get you ready for your day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup oats
- 2 cups water
- Sprinkle of salt
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 4 deglet noor dates, pitted and chopped
- 1 sliced banana*
- ½ tbsp flax seed or chia seeds (optional)
*Fresh ingredients you need that are not part of our pantry and freezer tips.
Instructions
- Add oats, water and a pinch of salt to a small pot. Bring to a boil and reduce to a low simmer.
- Stir in tahini, maple syrup, chopped dates, sliced banana and any seeds you’re adding.
- Cook, stirring, for 1-2 minutes until the oatmeal is creamy, the excess liquid is absorbed, and your desired consistency has been reached.
- Top with any remaining banana, toasted sesame seeds, and any additional toppings you love.
Notes
Approximate Cost: $1.21 CAD (approx. $0.60/serving) vs. at least $3 per serving if purchased from a cafe.
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Canadian
Anonymous
Arnie
Love tahini but never ate it for breakfast. I do now! Thanks Kathryn.
Kathryn Alexandre
haha awesome! You’re welcome and enjoy!
Gio
Made this yesterday morning and it was deeeeee-LISH! Didn’t think tahini in oatmeal would be a good combo but I was clearly wrong LOL. Thanks, Kathryn!
Kathryn Alexandre
haha I thought the same when Bryan suggested we try it so I’m glad to hear that you were as pleasantly surprised as I was! Thank you so much for letting me know you loved it Gio and for leaving a star review!
Ryan
This was so yummy. Like, soooo yummy. Go tahini go 🙂
Kathryn Alexandre
hahaha love it! Thanks for letting me know it was a hit! I actually made them as overnight oats for this morning and it was delish!
Tanya Vincent
I usually cook my oatmeal with half water and half soy milk to make it creamy. Using tahini is brilliant! Thanks so much for this recipe, it is delicious!
Kathryn Alexandre
I’m glad you love this as another way to make them really creamy. Thank you so much for letting me know and for your star rating!