My Healthy & Halal Breakfast Guide
Warm and healthy breakfast for natural energy
Simple, incredibly filling, and 100% halal
Made with pure, alcohol-free ingredients
Keeps you active and focused all day
What are Steel Cut Oats?
“Steel cut oats are whole oat groats cut into small, neat pieces using steel blades. Because they are much less processed than other types of oatmeal, they retain a lot more of their natural goodness. The texture is chewy and slightly nutty, making it feel like a more ‘grown-up’ meal.”
Significantly more filling than regular oatmeal
Rich in fiber for healthy digestion
Steady energy levels throughout the morning
Ingredients (100% Halal)
| Ingredient | Qty | My Note |
|---|---|---|
| Steel-Cut Oats | 2 cups | The stars of the show; look for ‘Irish’ or ‘Steel Cut’. |
| Coconut Oil / Butter | 2 tbsp | Ensure Halal-certified; adds a rich flavor. |
| Hot Water | 4 cups | Speeds up the boiling process. |
| Milk | 2 cups | Coconut, Almond, or Halal Dairy. |
| Vanilla Extract | 2 tsp | Must be alcohol-free to keep it 100% halal. |
| Salt | 1/4 tsp | Essential to bring out the sweetness. |
How to Make Them
Toasting the Oats
Heat oil/butter. Toast oats for 2–3 minutes until they smell like popcorn. This is the secret to the nutty flavor!
Adding Liquids
Carefully pour in the hot water and milk. It might steam up quickly!
Seasoning
Add the salt and give everything a good mix.
Simmering
Turn heat to low. Cook slowly for 20–25 minutes.
Monitoring
Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. It will become thick and creamy.
The Finish
Turn off heat and stir in the alcohol-free vanilla extract.
Resting
Let it rest for 5 minutes to settle and soak up remaining liquid.
Other healthy steel cut oatmeal recipes
Blueberry Oatmeal
Fresh blueberries added in the last 5 minutes.
Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Chopped apples and cinnamon simmered together.
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Steel Cut Oats
Pumpkin puree and spice cooked overnight.
Slow Cooker Morning Glory Oats
Carrots, raisins, and nuts for extra nutrition.
Slow Cooker Blueberry Banana Oats
Mashed banana and berries for natural sweetness.
Kitchen Tips
Stir regularly to prevent sticking
Add warm milk if it gets too thick
Soak for 1 hour to reduce cooking time
FAQs
Q: Are they healthy?
A: Yes, high fiber keeps you full longer and helps weight management.
Q: Are they halal?
A: Naturally yes, just ensure butter and vanilla are certified halal.
Q: Dairy-free?
A: Yes, use almond or coconut milk.
Steel Cut Oats Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups steel-cut oats
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or halal butter
- 4 cups hot water
- 2 cups coconut milk or almond milk any milk works
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract halal-certified
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- I heat coconut oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- I add steel-cut oats and toast them for 2–3 minutes.
- I carefully pour in hot water and milk.
- I add salt and stir well.
- I cook on low heat for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once thick and creamy, I turn off the heat and mix in vanilla extract.
- I let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
“Steel cut oats are a labor of love that rewards you with health and energy. Try it tomorrow morning!”