*Fresh or frozen strawberries work. Keep in mind that adding fresh strawberries as a garnish is what makes the strawberry flavor pop. If all you have is frozen berries, they work too! A few tips: consider saving out a few and thawing them for a garnish (you don’t need to thaw the berries that go into the pot with the oatmeal). Since they’re more tart than fresh berries, add a little extra maple syrup.
**If you like a sweeter oatmeal, use 3 tablespoons. Keep in mind, the maple syrup drizzled over the top adds the final sweetness. You can also substitute brown sugar for a sweeter flavor.
