If this cocoa-infused bowl of oatmeal doesn’t get kids to eat their hot cereal, nothing will! It’s the perfect decadent bowlful on a snowy morning.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• Pinch sea salt
• 1 and 1/2 cups water
• 1/2 cup vanilla nondairy milk
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• Shredded coconut (optional)
• Vegan chocolate chips (optional)

1. Combine the oats, salt, water, and milk in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and gently simmer for 7 to 10 minutes.
2. Remove from heat and stir in the cocoa powder and maple syrup. If the oatmeal is too thick, add a little more milk or water to taste.
3. Top each serving with shredded coconut (I use about 1 teaspoon per serving) and sprinkle with vegan chocolate chips for an extra decadent treat!