Creamy Vanilla & Cinnamon Oat Milk

This is what I make when I want something warm and milky but don't want caffeine. It's just oat milk, warmed gently with vanilla and cinnamon. It tastes like the milk at the bottom of a bowl of cereal, which is to say: deeply comforting.

Why it's gut-friendly: Oat milk is naturally free from lactose, making it gentle on sensitive stomachs. Oats contain beta-glucan, a soluble fibre that supports gut health. Cinnamon helps stabilise blood sugar.

Ingredients (Serves 1):

• 250ml oat milk
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp maple syrup (optional)
• Tiny pinch of salt

Method:

1. Place all ingredients in a small saucepan.
2. Heat gently over medium-low heat, whisking occasionally, until steaming.
3. Pour into a mug and sip slowly.