Chocolate Oatmeal

Submitted by Tony Papaleo

"I love oatmeal, and this is a nice change from the routine. You can pour a little milk, half and half or cream over a bowlful (this adds calories). I don't do that myself, this is good enough on its own."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 4 cups water
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1⁄2 cup corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon instant coffee crystals
• 3 cups whole-grain old fashioned oats

directions

1. Boil water and salt.
2. Stir in oats.
3. Cook for about 10 minutes,
4. Keep stirring to avoid sticking.
5. Stir in cocoa, blend well.
6. Stir in corn syrup.
7. Stir for another five minutes or until thickened.
8. Let stand in pot for a 3-5 minutes to cool, or let it cool in the bowl first.