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    Biscoff Oatmeal

    October 26, 2021 by Agnieszka 16 Comments

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    Biscoff Oatmeal is a fun way to serve your morning porridge and enjoy the highly addictive Biscoff cookies in a healthy way. It is made with rolled oats, chia seeds, the iconic speculoos cookie and it is naturally sweetened with banana.

    Biscoff oatmeal in a white bowl with strawberries, bananas, one Biscoff cookie and a drizzle of Biscoff cookie spread on top

    Have you ever had Biscoff cookies with their caramelized spiced flavor and crumbly yet chewy texture? If yes, you probably won’t need much explanation on why this oatmeal is just fabulous! Although Biscoff cookies are definitely a sugary and decadent treat, I found a way to enjoy their unparalleled flavor in a healthy and nutritious oatmeal bowl.

    This recipe uses only one cookie and another one as an optional topping. I found that this amount is enough to flavor the oatmeal that’s otherwise filled with nutritious ingredients. For the best texture I used traditional rolled oats rather than instant oats. Chia seeds provide a nice dose of protein and healthy omega-3 acids, banana is a great source of potassium and antioxidants, and cinnamon is not only incredibly delicious, but also full of vitamins and minerals. I love the flavor of cinnamon and use it whenever I can because of its wonderful nutritional properties.

    If you like the idea of turning oats into a healthy dessert, make sure to check out my recipe for Biscoff Baked Oats, highly popular Chocolate Peanut Butter TikTok Baked Oats or TikTok Baked Oats with Banana and Blueberries (tastes like a blueberry muffin).

    Jump to:
    • What are Biscoff cookies
    • Ingredient notes
    • How to make Biscoff oatmeal
    • Topping suggestions
    • Substitutions and swaps
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Other healthy and decadent oat recipes
    • Recipe
    • You may also like
    • Meet the Author

    What are Biscoff cookies

    Biscoff cookies are famous European shortbread cookies made in Belgium by a company called Lotus. They are also known as speculoos cookies. “Biscoff” is a name given to the Belgian Lotus Bakeries speculoos cookies and it combines the words “biscuit” and “coffee”. They have a distinct flavor with a note of caramel and spices such as cinnamon and ginger.

    These amazing cookies have been served on Delta airlines as a snack and have recently been super popular on TikTok and other social media platforms in various forms: Biscoff latte, Biscoff cheesecake, Biscoff ice-cream and more.

    Ingredient notes

    biscoff oatmeal ingredients on white marble surface.
    • Oats: I used old-fashioned rolled oats but instant oats or steel cut oats will also work, though the cooking time will be shorter for instant oats and longer for rolled oats.
    • Banana: a ripe banana will give you best results. If you don’t have a fresh banana, you can swap it for frozen banana slices. Just place them with all other ingredients and cook together. The banana slices will “melt” into the oatmeal.
    • Plant Milk: use any plant milk you like. Almond, soy, coconut or oat milk are all good choices. Dairy milk will also work.
    • Biscoff Cookie: I use the Lotus brand (available in the cookie aisle in most grocery stores) but any speculoos cookie brand will work, such as this one from Trader Joe’s.
    • Cinnamon: use fresh, good quality ground cinnamon.
    • Chia Seeds: to add some fiber and other nutrients to the oatmeal.

    How to make Biscoff oatmeal

    Step 1: Crush the cookie.

    oats, chia and cinnamon in a stainless steel pot on a striped white and gray kitche towel surrounded by Biscoff cookies, a mashed banana in a white ramekin and a golden spoon

    Step 2: Mash the banana.

    oats, chia seends, mashed banana, cinnamon and crushed Biscoff cookie in a stainless steel saucepan on a striped white and gray kitchen towel

    Step 3: Cook everything together.

    cooked oatmeal with chia in a stainless steel saucepan

    Step 4: Serve with your favorite toppings.

    Topping suggestions

    Biscoff oatmeal is delicious on its own but adding some creative toppings will bring it to a whole new level. To jazz up mine, I topped it with a whole Biscoff cookie, sliced bananas, strawberries, hemp seeds and a drizzle of Biscoff cookie spread that I heated up in the microwave (makes it into a sauce). The result was heavenly!

    You can obviously top your Biscoff oatmeal with whatever you love and make it your own. Some suggestions include:

    • Any fresh fruit, such as apples, pears, kiwis, raspberries, blueberries or dates
    • Dried fruit (raisins, cranberries and dried apricots)
    • Chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, hazelnuts, almonds)
    • A drizzle of honey or your favorite nut butter (peanut or almond butter)
    • Chia seeds, hemp seeds or bee pollen (for an extra nutritional boost)
    Biscoff oatmeal in a white bowl with strawberries, bananas, one Biscoff cookie and a drizzle of Biscoff cookie spread on top

    Substitutions and swaps

    This recipe is highly customizable and you can swap some ingredients to fit your preferences.

    • If you don’t have any bananas, you can sweeten the oatmeal with a bit of maple syrup, honey or coconut sugar.
    • You don’t need to add chia seeds if chia is not your thing.
    • For more spice, you can season your porridge with additional spices: nutmeg, dried ginger and dried cloves (in very small amounts)
    • My recipe suggests using one crumbled Biscoff cookie to flavor the oatmeal and one whole one on top but if you prefer, crush both cookies and add them to the oats. It will give the oatmeal a more distinct flavor.
    • If you prefer creamier oatmeal, you can swap the water with more plant milk. Or, you can use all water and skip the milk all together.

    Recipe FAQs

    Do I have to use Lotus brand Biscoff cookies?

    No. Lotus Biscoff cookies are pretty popular and available in most grocery stores but if you prefer, use any speculoos cookies you like, such as these from Trader Joe’s.

    Is this oatmeal recipe healthy?

    In short: yes. It does use cookies but in a small amount. The majority of ingredients are whole, nutritious foods such as oats, chia seeds and banana which makes this oatmeal a balanced breakfast high in fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals.

    How long can I store it in the fridge?

    You can store leftovers (or meal prepped oatmeal) in the fridge in an airtight container or a mason jar for up to 5 days. Enjoy cold or reheat in the microwave uncovered until warmed through.

    Can I use cookie butter to flavor the oatmeal instead of a Biscoff cookie?

    You can but I prefer using a cookie. I’ve experimented with this recipe a bit and found that the spread makes the oatmeal too sweet and too rich for my linking. Moreover, the spread is basically pureed cookies plus extra sugar and fat (not the healthiest fat, actually). I found that using a crushed cookie produced a healthier and less sweet version of the oatmeal. I did use 2 teaspoons of the spread on top. If you heat it up in the microwave for 20 seconds, it becomes runny, almost like a sauce and that tiny amount is just enough to produce an extra layer of Biscoff flavor without adding a ton of sugar and fat.

    Is it gluten free?

    No. Biscoff cookies are made with wheat flour.

    Are Biscoff cookies vegan?

    Yes. Lotus brand Biscoff cookies use no animal products. As long as you use gluten free oats, this oatmeal recipe is completely plant-based.

    Can I make this in the microwave?

    Yes you can. Just place all the ingredients (including crushed cookie and mashed banana) into a microwave safe bowl, stir well and cook uncovered on high for 2 minutes. Stir and taste. If you feel like it’s not done yet (microwave ovens vary), cook a bit more, 30 seconds at a time.
    Tip: Use a fairly large bowl to prevent any boilover situations (because who wants to clean a messy microwave?).

    Biscoff oatmeal in a white bowl with strawberries, bananas, one Biscoff cookie and a drizzle of Biscoff cookie spread on top

    Other healthy and decadent oat recipes

    Chocolate Protein Baked Oats
    Pumpkin Spice Blended Baked Oats
    Healthy Banana Oat Bread
    Banana Carrot Oat Muffins
    Chocolate Peanut Butter TikTok Baked Oats

    If you’ve tried this Biscoff Oatmeal recipe, please leave me a rating and a comment below. I would love to hear from you, especially if you’ve made it your own by adding different kinds of toppings. Oh, and don’t forget to tag me on Instagram.

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    Recipe

    Biscoff Oatmeal

    Biscoff Oatmeal is a fun way to serve your morning porridge and enjoy the highly addictive Biscoff cookies in a healthy way. It is made with rolled oats, chia seeds, the iconic biscoff cookie and it is naturally sweetened with banana.
    5 from 16 votes
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    Course: Breakfast, Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: biscoff oatmeal, biscoff porridge, how to make biscoff porridge
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 446kcal
    Author: Agnieszka

    Ingredients

    • ⅓ cup rolled oats
    • ⅓ cup water
    • ½ cup almond milk or plant milk of choice
    • 2 teaspoons chia seeds
    • 1 Biscoff cookie or a different brand Speculoos cookie
    • ½ small banana
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon

    Optional toppings:

    • ½ banana sliced
    • 1 sliced strawberry
    • 1 biscoff cookie crushed or whole
    • ½ teaspoon hemp seeds
    • 2 teaspoons Biscoff cookie butter warmed up in microwave for drizzling.

    Instructions

    • Crush the Biscoff cookie into crumbs.
    • Mash the banana until mostly smooth.
    • In a small pot combine oats, mashed banana, crushed cookie, chia seeds, water and plant milk.
    • Bring to boil, then lower the heat to low and cook together stirring often until the oatmeal reaches your preferred consistency, 10-20 minutes. If it seems too dry, add another splash of water or milk towards the end of cooking and stir until bubbly.
    • Serve with your favorite toppings.

    Notes

    If you don’t have any bananas, you can sweeten the oatmeal with a bit of maple syrup, honey or coconut sugar.
    You don’t need to add chia seeds if chia is not your thing.
    For more spice, you can season your porridge with additional spices: nutmeg, dried ginger and dried cloves (in very small amounts)
    My recipe suggests using one crumbled Biscoff cookie to flavor the oatmeal and one whole one on top. But, if you prefer, crush both cookies and add them to the oats. It will give the oatmeal a more distinct flavor.
    If you prefer creamier oatmeal, you can swap the water with more plant milk. Or, you can use all water and skip the milk all together.
    The nutritional value below is for oatmeal without toppings.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 446kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 241mg | Potassium: 593mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 114IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 241mg | Iron: 3mg

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    Meet the Author

    Hi, I'm Agnieszka. I'm a mom of three and recipe developer, writer and photographer behind Wholly Tasteful. I love creating comforting, delicious, family-friendly recipes that you can feel good about.

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    Comments

    1. Alexandra

      October 28, 2021 at 11:08 pm

      5 stars
      I would be happy to start my day with this anytime!

      Reply
      • Agnieszka

        October 29, 2021 at 12:21 am

        Thanks, Alexandra. I try NOT to, lol.

        Reply
    2. Julie

      October 28, 2021 at 11:35 pm

      5 stars
      100% YESSSS to this entire recipe. I will eat this daily!

      Reply
    3. Freya

      October 29, 2021 at 1:54 am

      5 stars
      I love biscof and a adore that you’ve added it to oatmeal! My fav flavour in the morning!

      Reply
    4. Megan Ellam

      October 29, 2021 at 2:07 am

      5 stars
      What is not to love with Biscoff and porridge?

      Reply
    5. Kyleigh

      October 29, 2021 at 4:15 am

      5 stars
      This is so creative and yummy!

      Reply
    6. Erin Gierhart

      October 29, 2021 at 4:38 pm

      5 stars
      Such a treat! Really delicious oatmeal.

      Reply
    7. Amanda Dixon

      October 29, 2021 at 5:22 pm

      5 stars
      This oatmeal was delicious! It was so hearty, and I just loved the biscoff flavor.

      Reply
    8. Andrea White

      October 29, 2021 at 10:14 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! this oatmeal is the absolute best! so good!

      Reply
    9. Linda

      October 30, 2021 at 1:50 am

      5 stars
      What a great idea to add biscoff to oatmeal porridge. Love this for post workout

      Reply
    10. Bernice

      February 11, 2022 at 12:01 am

      5 stars
      This oatmeal was the perfect way to atart my day! Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
    11. kyleigh

      February 11, 2022 at 12:36 am

      5 stars
      such a fun twist on oatmeal!

      Reply
    12. Luke Ratford

      February 11, 2022 at 5:33 am

      5 stars
      A delicious treat 🙂

      Reply
    13. Marcellina

      February 11, 2022 at 7:03 am

      5 stars
      What a treat for breakfast! Can't wait to try it!

      Reply
    14. Freya

      February 11, 2022 at 3:57 pm

      5 stars
      Biscoff is so delicious in porridge! Thank you for the inspiration!

      Reply
    15. Linda

      February 12, 2022 at 2:16 am

      5 stars
      I love Biscoff and this one makes a good start to my day!

      Reply

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