Copycat Starbucks Oatmeal {easy & delicious copycat recipe} (2024)

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This copycat Starbucks oatmeal is super easy to make at home. This stove-top version is a heart healthy and delicious way to start your day!

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I love making copycat recipes at home and this copycat Starbucks oatmeal is so easy to replicate. It is a simple but absolutely delicious copycat recipe. It goes great with your favorite latte or tea too!

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I love to start my day with a healthy breakfast like oatmeal. Not only is oatmeal heart healthy but it is comforting, filling, and easy to make. This copycat is an easy stove-top recipe.

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What kind of oatmeal does Starbucks use?

Starbucks uses a combination of rolled and steel cut oats. I used only rolled oats in my copycat and it tasted spot on for the original.

What ingredients do I need to make this recipe?

To make this recipe, you will need:

  • Old fashioned oats: You’ll need one cup of oats for this recipe.
  • Milk: I recommend almond milk or regular milk.
  • Vanilla extract: Pure vanilla extract is best.
  • Salt: You’ll need just a pinch
  • Cinnamon and nutmeg: To flavor the oatmeal
  • Brown sugar: Light brown sugar seems to give this copycat recipe the closest to the original.
  • Sliced almonds, walnuts, dried cranberries, and golden raisins: To top the oatmeal with.

How do I make Starbucks oatmeal?

To make this oatmeal, first gather and measure out your ingredients. You will need:

  • 1 cup of old fashioned oats
  • 1 cup of milk (almond milk or regular milk will work best)
  • ½ teaspoon of pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon of salt
  • 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon of nutmeg
  • 2 heaping tablespoons of light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons of sliced almonds
  • 1 tablespoon of chopped walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon of dried cranberries
  • 1 tablespoon of golden raisins

In a medium sized pot add the oatmeal and milk. Add in the salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and brown sugar. Stir well and bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer for five minutes or until the oatmeal is a creamy consistency. Top with the almonds, walnuts, cranberries, and golden raisins.

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Copycat Starbucks Oatmeal

Audrey

This copycat Starbucks oatmeal is super easy to make at home. This stove-top version is a heart healthy and delicious way to start your day!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 1 cup old fashioned oats
  • 1 cup milk almond milk or regular milk will work best
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar heaping
  • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
  • 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon dried cranberries
  • 1 tablespoons golden raisins

Instructions

  • In a medium sized pot add the oatmeal and milk.

  • Next, add in the salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and brown sugar.

  • Stir well and bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer for five minutes or until the oatmeal is a creamy consistency.

  • Top with the almonds, walnuts, cranberries, and golden raisins.

Notes

Nutritional information is an estimate only.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 servingCalories: 408kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 14gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 345mgPotassium: 543mgFiber: 8gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 202IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 242mgIron: 3mg

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  1. Olga

    Copycat Starbucks Oatmeal {easy & delicious copycat recipe} (8)
    Sounds great! Please add on the steel cut oats version

    Reply

  2. Kimmy

    Oooh I am trying this recipe!

    Reply

    • Colleen Andrews

      Can you make this ahead and refrigerate and heat up as needed or does it become mushy?

      Reply

      • Audrey

        Hi Colleen, I haven’t tried to make this ahead but you could mix the dry ingredients together ahead of time to speed things up. I wish I had more information for you!

        Reply

  3. Sam

    This looks delicious! I’m planning on making this weekend 🙂

    Reply

  4. Ramona

    Copycat Starbucks Oatmeal {easy & delicious copycat recipe} (9)
    I loved it. Simple, nutritious and delicious.

    Reply

  5. Julia

    Copycat Starbucks Oatmeal {easy & delicious copycat recipe} (10)
    Ooh I love this oatmeal. It’s so warm and cozy to have in the mornings!

    Reply

  6. Raquel

    Copycat Starbucks Oatmeal {easy & delicious copycat recipe} (11)
    This is just like Starbucks! The nuts and berries make it a great way to enjoy oatmeal!

    Reply

  7. Nora

    Copycat Starbucks Oatmeal {easy & delicious copycat recipe} (12)
    Yummy! Looks delicious! A great way to start the day! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply

  8. Lara

    Copycat Starbucks Oatmeal {easy & delicious copycat recipe} (13)
    Loaded with goodies! My kids will enjoy this.

    Reply

  9. Natalie

    Copycat Starbucks Oatmeal {easy & delicious copycat recipe} (14)
    Oh yum, what a lovely bowl of oatmeal. I love added dried fruits and walnuts. Sounds so delicious!

    Reply

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Copycat Starbucks Oatmeal {easy & delicious copycat recipe} (2024)

FAQs

What kind of oats does Starbucks use in their oatmeal? ›

Rolled & Steel-Cut Oatmeal.

What dried fruit does starbucks use for oatmeal? ›

Starbucks Perfect Oatmeal wouldn't be complete without a flourish of dried fruit so I sprinkled on their signature combo of dried cherries, cranberries and blueberries then added a sliced banana for extra heft and health.

Does Starbucks use water in their oatmeal? ›

Ingredients. oatmeal (water, whole grain oatmeal [whole grain rolled oats, whole grain steel cut oats, whole grain oat flour, salt, calcium carbonate, guar gum].

How much brown sugar is in Starbucks oatmeal? ›

Region: US
ServingIngredientCalories
252 goatmeal179
13 gbrown sugar49
30 gcraisins92
15 gmixed nuts89
Dec 15, 2015

Is Starbucks oatmeal made with water or milk? ›

A regular (i.e. not-as-awesome) Starbucks oatmeal comes with steamed water as its base. So instead, ask your barista to supercharge this component by adding the milk of your choice (soy and almond milk work too, for you non-dairy folks).

Is oatmeal healthy from Starbucks? ›

Classic Whole Grain Oatmeal

By most standards the classic oatmeal, which is high in fiber and low in sodium and saturated fat and contains no added sugar, is the healthiest breakfast item on Starbucks' menu — it also happens to be one of the best tasting.

What brand Oatmilk does Starbucks use? ›

Starbucks uses Oatly Barista Edition oat milk. This is a brand of oat milk that is specially formulated for making coffee drinks. It has a creamy and foamy texture, and it does not separate or curdle when mixed with hot coffee.

Is Starbucks oatmeal good for diabetics? ›

Plain oatmeal

"Leave all the sides off except for the nut mix (if you like nuts) and sweeten with a low-calorie sweetener or cinnamon. This diabetes-friendly version of oats is about 30 grams of carbohydrates.

Why is Starbucks water special? ›

So, to ensure Starbucks drinks are consistently high quality, they use a triple-filtered water system. Starbucks uses reverse osmosis within its stores to supply filtered water.

Is Mcdonald's oatmeal made with water? ›

Ingredients: Water, Whole Grain Rolled Oats, Brown Sugar, Modified Food Starch, Salt, Natural Flavor, Barley Malt Extract, Caramel Color.

How many stars is Starbucks oatmeal? ›

200 Stars may be redeemed for one (1) of the following items: any handcrafted beverage (such as a latte or Frappuccino® blended beverage) OR any hot breakfast item (such as a breakfast sandwich or oatmeal). All beverages must be standard menu-sized items. All hot breakfast items include a maximum of two (2) toppings.

Does Starbucks oatmeal taste good? ›

The oatmeal itself was good, too, with no suspicious chemical flavors or other untoward adulterants. The Dried Fruit wasn't as interesting, because the golden raisins, zante currant raisins, and cherries lacked the textural contrast of the Fruit, Nut, and Seed packet.

What is the drink at Starbucks that has brown sugar in it? ›

Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso.

Does McDonald's have oatmeal? ›

280 Cal. 280 Cal.

What are the healthiest oats for oatmeal? ›

Steel-cut oats, also called Irish oatmeal, are the whole oat kernel that has been cut into two or three pieces using steel disks. This type of oats contains the highest amount of fiber, as it is least processed. Steel-cut oats take a little longer to cook, and result in a creamy and chewy porridge.

What's the difference between steel cut oats and regular oats? ›

Steel-cut oats, also known as Irish or coarse oats, are the least processed form. Steel-cut oat processing involves chopping whole groats into smaller pieces using steel blades. The resulting oats take longer to cook. They also have a chewy consistency and a more robust flavor than other oats, such as quick oatmeal.

What is the difference with steel cut oats? ›

Steel-cut oats are most closely related to the original, unprocessed oat groat ( 1 ). Steel-cut oats have a coarser, chewier texture and nuttier flavor than rolled or quick oats. They also take longer to prepare, with average cooking times ranging from 15–30 minutes.

What kind of oats are in oatmeal? ›

Rolled Oats / Old Fashioned Oats

Also known as old-fashioned oats, rolled oats are made by taking whole oat groats, steaming them, and rolling them into flakes.

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