This Easy Low Carb Keto Oatmeal is gluten, grain, dairy and sugar free! Tastes just like cozy oatmeal, hard to believe it’s missing the oats!
Cozy! Creamy! Oatmeal without oats!
This is the kind of breakfast that you do not expect to work because how can you make COOKED hot oats without, umm, oats?! Will it involve some kind of wizardry magic? My dear internet friends, the answer to that is NOPE. No Harry potter shenanigans here.
Just wholesome real food that simmers together to make thick, creamy no oats paleo oatmeal and you might not even go back to blueberry oatmeal with cheesecake swirl ever again.
Just kidding, you will (unless you don’t eat oats) because it’s cheesecake for breakfast. DUH. But you will not be one bit mad about switching it up for this low carb oatmeal recipe because, as they say, variety is the spice of life!
The secret magic? Chia seeds. Like in the chia seed oatmeal, it makes these no oats SO CREAMY.
Why you will love this Keto Oatmeal Recipe
If you’re following a keto diet, you know that it takes effort and lots of planning to ensure your meals align with how you want to eat! Sometimes, you might be craving a heaping bowl of pumpkin protein oatmeal or cookie dough protein oatmeal and WISHING you could indulge in some oatmeal.
BUT you don’t have to say goodbye to all your favorite foods! Did you know that you CAN have oatmeal on Keto? Yep, you heard right, and today’s oatmeal recipe is going to be one of your weekday morning breakfast go-tos! It’s a low carb, high fiber, delicious way to start the day! One bowl of this will keep you full until your next meal and will give you the energy you need to tackle the busy day ahead!
Is oatmeal keto?
Because oatmeal is made primarily of oats, which are predominantly a source of carbs and is grain-based, they are not suitable for the keto diet.
Don’t worry though, this recipe is still totally allowing you to wake up to cozy, creamy “oat” goodness.
Oats for ALL I say! No one should be deprived of such breakfast heaven.
How to make Low Carb Keto Oatmeal (aka ‘Noatmeal’)
Making oatmeal without oats is actually one of the easiest recipes you will ever make in your life.
- Combine almond flour, flax, chia seeds, coconut flakes, salt, cinnamon, monk fruit, vanilla, and milk in a medium-sized pan and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and cook for 1 minute or until it thickens. Turn the heat off and allow it to cool down to thicken. They will thicken a lot so don’t overcook.
- Get separate containers with lids and divide the oatmeal into batches. Add your favorite toppings and cover the containers. Chill and store in the fridge. The oatmeal will keep in your fridge for 5 days.
What Kind of Oats is low in carbs?
Oatmeal is not suitable on keto, but if you have to choose between all the varieties of oats out there, get the least processed steel cut or rolled oats. It has slightly lower carbs and a lower glycemic response. Steel cut or rolled oats release their energy slower thus making you feel full longer. The other important thing is to avoid flavored oats because of the added sugar.
Topping Variations for Low Carb Keto Oatmeal
If you’re looking for some good toppings or mix-ins, here are a few of my favorite:
- Roasted, diced nuts for a crunch
- Melted nut butter or coconut butter to make it SUPER creamy
- Sugar free chocolate chips. You might even think you’re waking up to dessert!
- You could even go savory and add in some cheese, avocado and a fried egg!
Do not knock that last one till you try it. I know sometimes you question my taste buds (watermelon curry I’m looking at you) but I pinky swear that savory oatmeal is SRSLY delicious.
How to Make Keto Oatmeal Ahead?
Make a big ol’ batch ahead of time and store it in the fridge. You may need to add a little almond milk to reheat it as it tends to thicken after a while. You can also just make yourself a single-serve bowl of breakfast bliss each morning.
Keto Oatmeal FAQ
Oatmeal without oats still brings that delicious flavor and PERFECT texture you want in a bowl of oatmeal! This keto oatmeal is made with a combination of coconut flakes, chia seeds, and flax to replace the oats!
That depends on what toppings you add to your oatmeal! Feel free to add a handful of berries or ALL the healthy fats you desire! I recommend a generous drizzle of your favorite nut butter!
Oatmeal has long been a common breakfast food, known for its health benefits. Oatmeal can be great for diabetics as long as the portions are controlled. It’s a healthy energy source, rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. A cup of oatmeal a day contains about 30 grams of carbs which can easily fit into a diabetic’s daily diet. Again, use steel cut or rolled whole oats for a healthier variety when choosing your oatmeal.
3 cheers for healthy fats and filling breakfasts that give us a reason to douse our food with pools of melted nut butter!
Other Recipes You Might Like:
Peanut Butter Keto Low Carb Smoothie
Low Carb Sugar Free Keto Blueberry Muffins
Ingredients
- 1/4 Cup Almond flour (25g)
- 2 Tbsp Unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 Tbsp Flax meal
- 1 Tbsp Chia seeds
- 1/2 Tbsp Monkfruit
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 Cup Unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium pot, stir together all the ingredients except the milk and vanilla.
- Add in the milk and vanilla and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer until it just begins to thicken, about 1 - 1 1/2 minutes. It will thicken a lot as it cools so don't over cook.
- Once cooked, let cool for 3-5 minutes.
- Add toppings and DEVOUR!
Nutrition Info:
Recipes written and produced on Food Faith Fitness are for informational purposes only.
FOR THIS RECIPE, I RECOMMEND:
WEIGHT WATCHERS POINTS PER SERVING: FREESTYLE POINTS:11 POINTS+: 9. OLD POINTS: 8
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Cassie Autumn Tran says
This looks freaking delicious! I made overnight oats for a potluck yesterday but used a higher ratio of flaxseed meal and coconut than oats instead of the usual formula. Everyone loved it, but mine definitely didn’t look as pretty as yours. Next time I will try creating a low carb keto oatmeal for the potluck! I have more than plenty of almond flour and flaxseed meal to use!
Taylor Kiser says
I hope that everyone loves it!
Emily Swanson says
I may not be keto, but I would DEFINITELY love to try this beautiful thick bowl of breakfast ‘oatmeal’. I LOVE how you topped this too Taylor!
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you Emily! I’m not either, but I love it!
DT says
I ‘never’ comment on blog posts but today I am because this recipe is outstanding, delicious and filling! Excellent blend of ingredients and totally fit my macro requirements.
I’ve been following you for awhile now and I appreciate your energy and drive to share your world with the rest of us. Thank you from a fellow Vancouverite!
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you so much!!! I’m in Vancouver right now 🙂 I am so happy you love it!
DT says
You brought the sun .. thank you!! 🙂
Have a great time while you are here!
Taylor Kiser says
Haha I try! 🙂 Thanks!
Holly says
Taylor, have you ever made this ahead and refrigerated it to eat the next day? I need to make big batches of things and can’t really make it every day. I make a lot of keto and Paleo breakfast cereals with Chia/flax etc. and I know sometimes they can overthicken and get gelatinous if they’re refrigerated but that has everything to do with the ratio of liquid to those ingredients. Any thoughts here? Thanks in advance and God Bless You (as I know He does) ????
Taylor Kiser says
I haven’t! I imagine you can do it BUT you may need to add some almond milk the next day to make it creamy again if that makes sense? Let me know if you try!
Rebecca says
This looks really good! I’m just keen to bump up the protein levels a bit (and potentially decrease fats slightly) do you think an sort of whey/casein could be subbed in for something? 🙂 Love your recipes btw!
Taylor Kiser says
You could just add more water and stir some protein in? I THINK that would work. Let me know if you try!
Nadia says
This looks amazing!! What would you suggest in place of monk fruit? (I live in a monk fruit-less part of the world)
Taylor Kiser says
You can use any other sweetener, but you’ll just have to taste as you go!
Tina Sparks says
Nice recipe! Will it taste nice with some kiwifruit?
Taylor Kiser says
Sure will!
Julie says
This was fabulous! It would however be better when you advertise something as low carb, to actually state the nutritional analysis.
Taylor Kiser says
Hi Julie. Glad you liked it! I’m not sure what you mean? All nutritional info is right under the recipes!
ally lash says
Looks amazing!Where can I buy that gorgeous bowl????????
Taylor Kiser says
I don’t remember! I think it might be from here: https://sarahschembri.com/
Marta says
This does look amazing! Are you adding actual fresh monk fruit or did you mean to say monk fruit sweetener?
Thanks! 🙂
Taylor Kiser says
Sweetener!!