Cozy Chai | Suzhou Oatmeal Co.,Ltd

This chai-spiced oatmeal is perfectly spiced and just the right creamy consistency. Top this cozy oatmeal with your favorite chopped fresh fruit like mango, or serve it with dried fruit like golden raisins. For some extra crunch, top it with chopped pistachios or cashews and a dollop of yogurt to make it extra creamy.

After graduating from Auburn University with her bachelor's degree in hospitality management, Alena Jen joined Dotdash Meredith Food Studios as the Test Kitchen Fellow. During her fellowship, Alena developed and tested numerous recipes for Dotdash Meredith brands and gained experience assisting food stylists on photography sets.

Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston.

3 ½ cups whole milk, divided

2 cups water

¼ teaspoon salt

2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon ground ginger

½ teaspoon ground cardamom

4 teaspoons dark brown sugar

Combine 3 cups milk, 2 cups water and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, uncovered, over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Add oats; reduce heat to medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is creamy and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 8 to 10 minutes.

Stir in cinnamon, ginger and cardamom until fully combined, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat; cover and let stand, undisturbed, until most of the liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes. Divide among 4 bowls; top with brown sugar and the remaining 1/2 cup milk. Serve warm.

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