I really love oatmeal (like really love it), but I’m working on eating a grain-free diet and trying to get my kids on board too. The morning can be a struggle to think of something that’s quick and comforting. I’ve seen a few variations of n’oatmeal around but wanted to try my hand at my own. I was so surprised by how delicious and satisfying this is. Also, because there is no cooking involved, it’s a great warm-weather recipe (surely that’s in our future, right?). Topped with bananas and shredded coconuts, the kids are sure to eat this up.

Recipe: No-Cook Apples + Cinnamon N’Oatmeal
serves one

• One Granny Smith apple
• Handful of pitted dates (5-6)
• Scoop of nut butter (you pick!)
• ¼ cup shredded coconut
• ½ cup pecans + cashews (I used a mix—only ½ cup of nuts total)
• 1 t cinnamon or allspice

You will need a high-powered blender or food processor. If using a blender, drop fruit in from the top and use on very lowest setting to achieve “oat” texture. I alternated sliced apples, dates, coconut, apples, dates, coconuts then spices and nut butter.

Top with almond or coconut milk and stir. Finish off with chopped pecans, coconut, and sliced bananas.

Enjoy!