Description
Imagine a warm, cake-like dessert topped with creamy mascarpone and tangy sugar-free cherry jam, ready in just 5 minutes. This 5-Minute Oatmeal Delight is a low-calorie, sugar-free treat that satisfies your sweet tooth without guilt. It’s quick, easy to make, and perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or a post-dinner indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons oatmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) milk of your choice (dairy, almond, soy, etc.)
- 150 g (5.3 oz) mascarpone or cream cheese
- Sugar-free cherry jam (for topping)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oatmeal Base
- In a microwave-safe mug or bowl, add the oatmeal, baking powder, cocoa powder, and egg.
- Pour in the milk and whisk the mixture thoroughly until smooth and free of lumps.
Step 2: Microwave the Mixture
- Microwave the mixture on high for 1-2 minutes.
- Check after 1 minute to see if it has risen and set. If not, microwave for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute. The texture should be soft and cake-like.
Step 3: Add the Creamy Layer
- Let the cooked oatmeal dessert cool slightly (about 1-2 minutes).
- Spread a thick layer of mascarpone or cream cheese on top of the oatmeal base.
Step 4: Finish with Cherry Jam
- Add a spoonful of sugar-free cherry jam on top of the creamy layer.
- Spread evenly for a beautiful and flavorful finish.
Step 5: Serve
- Enjoy the oatmeal dessert warm for a comforting treat or chill it in the fridge for 10 minutes if you prefer a cooler dessert.
Notes
- Customizable Milk: Feel free to use any milk that suits your dietary preferences, such as almond, soy, or oat milk.
- Sweetness Level: The sugar-free cherry jam adds just enough sweetness, but you can add a teaspoon of stevia or monk fruit sweetener if you prefer a sweeter dessert.
- Vegan Option: Replace the egg with a flaxseed egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water) and use vegan cream cheese to make this dish plant-based.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: International