Because sometimes a plain bowl of oatmeal just doesn’t cut it. When those days occur, make Oatmeal Owls! I’m a big fan of oatmeal art and these owls are an easy way to add some extra fruits into your little one’s breakfast and also add a superstar smile to start off their day. It’s such a great choice for a gluten/egg/soy/dairy-free breakfast (with a nut free option). Allergic to nuts? Simply replace the almond slices with sunflower seeds and use the tip of a strawberry for the nose. That’s why this idea is so great! There’s always another way to recreate Oatmeal Owls with your child’s food allergies in mind.
You’ll get such a kick out of your breakfast looking back at you with such a smug look on its face. Check out how to make these Oatmeal Owls here:
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PinIngredients
- 1/2 c. gluten free certified rolled oats
- 1 1/4 c. nondairy milk
- 1 strawberry, sliced
- almond slices
- 3 banana slices
- 2 dried blueberries
- 1 almond
Instructions
- Combine the oats and nondairy milk together in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Stirring often, simmer on low heat for 5 minutes or until the liquid has been absorbed according to your preference.
- Assemble owl shape into a bowl of oatmeal and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Bowl
- Calories: 185
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4.5g
- Protein: 6g
Looking for more Oatmeal Art like these Oatmeal Owls? Check out this fun Oatmeal Kitty Cat idea!
Maryanne
April 12, 2016 at 5:16 amI am embarrassed to say I will be doing this for my hubby. He is supposed to eat more oatmeal(Dr’s orders) and has a hard time “liking” that order. This will put a smile on his face, and healthy too.
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Sarah
August 1, 2017 at 9:54 pmMe too! Don’t be embarrassed, husbands are just tall children! I’ll be doing the same 🙂
Cara
August 2, 2017 at 9:13 amYou can say that again 😉 hehe
Scott Jasper
January 31, 2016 at 10:05 pmThe oatmeal owls are pretty cute. That is a clever use of fruit. I really like your food photography too.
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kendy
July 23, 2015 at 10:33 amhow cute!
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Cara
July 23, 2015 at 12:46 pmThank you Kendy! xo
Jeanette | Jeanette's Healthy Living
July 22, 2015 at 5:18 pmSo adorable! What a fun idea.
Cyd
July 22, 2015 at 10:16 amThis is so cute and seriously brilliant! It’s totally acceptable to make my own oatmeal this way, right? 😉
Cara
July 22, 2015 at 10:27 amWell, don’t tell anyone but I make this for myself quite often 😉
Cate
July 22, 2015 at 9:36 amaww this is so cute, just lovely!
Cara
July 22, 2015 at 10:27 amThank you so much Cate! xo