Oat Bran

Cinnamon Swirl Oat Bran

Making gluten-free oat bran for breakfast is about as simple and quick as it gets. Consider it a blank canvas that you can decorate to your taste buds delight.

If you’ve got five minutes, you’ve got time to whip up this fat/fiber/protein packed breakfast that will keep you going strong all morning. No more skipping breakfast and forget those instant oats, say hello to your new favorite breakfast bowl.

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ingredients

* 2/3 cup gluten-free oat bran (Bob’s Red Mill brand)
* 1 cup full-fat coconut milk (Native Forest, Arroy-D or Natural Value brands)
* 1 cup filtered water
* 1 tablespoon grass-fed ghee or coconut oil
* 1 tablespoon collagen, optional but adds protein
* 2 teaspoons freshly ground flax
* 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
* 5-10 drops of liquid stevia (or to taste)
* pinch of sea salt
* optional toppings: fresh berries or choice, nuts, seeds, or shredded coconut

preparation 

Heat oat bran, coconut milk, water and salt on the stove top and cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes and then stir in the ghee, collagen, flax and cinnamon. Add stevia to taste. Top with fresh fruit or nuts of choice and enjoy! (Serves 1 large portion or 2 small portions).

When buying oat bran, be sure to get certified gluten-free oat bran. Although oats are inherently gluten-free, they often get cross contaminated in the field or processing plant. Be on the safe side and get gluten-free oat bran from Bob’s Red Mill or a similar brand.