Craving a quick, healthy, and delicious dessert without sugar? Try this oatmeal and dates recipe! Dates’ natural sweetness pairs perfectly with oats for a wholesome treat ready in 5 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of rolled oats
• 5–6 pitted dates (add more for extra sweetness)
• 1 tablespoon of coconut oil (optional)
• ½ teaspoon of cinnamon
• A pinch of salt
• Water or almond milk
• Crushed nuts (optional topping)

Instructions:

• Chop the Dates:
  Start by chopping the dates into small pieces, a nutritious sugar alternative.
• Cook the Oatmeal:
  Simmer oats in water or almond milk in a pot.
• Add the Dates:
  Once the oats simmer, add dates to soften and sweeten.
• Season It:
  Mix in coconut oil, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt for flavor.
• Serve and Enjoy:
  Transfer to a bowl, top with crushed nuts, and savor your quick and healthy dessert!

Why You’ll Love This Dessert

This dessert is naturally sweet and packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber from dates. Oats provide energy and keep you full. The cinnamon and dates blend into a comforting flavor, perfect for dessert or a light breakfast anytime. Enjoy this guilt-free indulgence in just 5 minutes.