Description
A quick and easy instant oatmeal recipe that can be pre-mixed in advance and prepared in just minutes using boiling water or a microwave. Perfect for a nutritious, customizable breakfast with options to add fruits, nuts, and seeds for extra flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Oatmeal Mix
- 1/2 cup quick oats (1 minute oats)
- 1 Tbsp cream powder (or powdered milk)
- 1 to 2 tsp white sugar (or brown sugar or coconut sugar)
- 1/2 tsp chia seeds (or ground flax seeds)
- 1 fair pinch salt
- 2 to 4 Tbsp mix-ins (freeze-dried fruit, nuts, or dried fruit, see notes)
To Prepare
- 3/4 cup boiling water (for stove method)
- 1 cup water (for microwave method)
Instructions
- Prepare Instant Oatmeal Mix: In a 12 oz heat-proof food storage container, combine quick oats, cream powder, sugar, chia or flax seeds, and salt. Layer in your chosen mix-ins such as freeze-dried fruit, nuts, or dried fruit. Seal the container tightly and store the mix for up to 1 month.
- Cook with Boiling Water: When ready to eat, pour 3/4 cup boiling water over the prepared oat mixture, stir well, and let it rest for 2 minutes to soften and thicken.
- Cook in Microwave: Alternatively, add 1 cup water to the instant oat mixture in a 16 to 24 oz microwave-safe bowl. Stir to combine, then microwave uncovered for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Let the oatmeal rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Mix-ins can be customized with your favorite freeze-dried fruits, nuts, or dried fruits for added flavor and texture.
- Adjust sugar quantity or type to suit dietary preferences or sweetness level.
- This recipe can be stored as a dry mix for convenience and prepared quickly when needed.
- For a creamier texture, consider using powdered milk or cream powder as suggested.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
