5 Instant Oatmeal Recipes | Make-Ahead Breakfasts
Recipes in this Video
Instant oatmeal is a staple in American breakfast culture, offering a quick and nutritious meal option. The combination of peanut butter and jelly evokes nostalgic childhood flavors, making it a comforting choice for many. Today, variations abound, with different nut butters and fruit spreads, catering to diverse tastes and dietary preferences.
Ingredients
- ●instant oats
- ●peanut butter
- ●jelly
- ●water
- ●milk
- ●salt
- ●honey
- ●vanilla extract
- ●chopped nuts
- ●fresh fruit
Instructions
- 1Boil water in a kettle or saucepan.
- 2In a bowl, combine instant oats and a pinch of salt.
- 3Pour boiling water over the oats and stir.
- 4Let sit for 1-2 minutes to absorb the water.
- 5Add peanut butter and mix until well combined.
- 6Swirl in your choice of jelly or fruit preserves.
- 7Add milk to achieve desired creaminess.
- 8Top with chopped nuts and fresh fruit if desired.
- 9Drizzle with honey for extra sweetness if preferred.
- 10Serve warm and enjoy!
Ingredient Alternatives
peanut butter
Healthier: almond butter
Cheaper: sunflower seed butter
Almond butter is lower in saturated fat while sunflower seed butter is often less expensive.
jelly
Healthier: fruit preserves
Cheaper: store-brand jelly
Fruit preserves have less sugar and provide more fruit content.
milk
Healthier: almond milk
Cheaper: water
Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective option.
fresh fruit
Healthier: dried fruit
Cheaper: canned fruit
Dried fruit is nutrient-dense, while canned fruit can be more affordable.
Techniques
Equipment
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Ingredients
- ●1 cup instant oats
- ●1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
- ●1/4 cup almonds, sliced
- ●2 cups water or milk
- ●1/2 tsp cinnamon
- ●1/4 tsp salt
- ●1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- 1In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water or milk to a boil.
- 2Add 1 cup of instant oats to the boiling liquid.
- 3Stir in 1/2 cup of chopped dried apricots and 1/4 cup of sliced almonds.
- 4Add 1/2 tsp of cinnamon and 1/4 tsp of salt to the mixture.
- 5Reduce heat to low and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally until the oats are creamy.
- 6If desired, stir in 1 tbsp of honey or maple syrup for sweetness.
- 7Remove from heat and let sit for a minute to thicken.
- 8Serve warm, topped with additional almonds or apricots if desired.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●1 cup instant oats
- ●2 cups water or milk
- ●1/2 cup pitted cherries (fresh or frozen)
- ●2 tbsp cocoa powder
- ●2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- ●1/4 tsp salt
- ●1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- ●1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- 1In a medium saucepan, bring water or milk to a boil over medium heat.
- 2Stir in the instant oats and salt, and reduce heat to low.
- 3Add cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the oats, stirring well to combine.
- 4If using frozen cherries, add them now and cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
- 5For fresh cherries, add them after the oats have cooked for about 2 minutes.
- 6Cook the oats for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they reach your desired consistency.
- 7Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips if using, allowing them to melt slightly.
- 8Serve hot, garnished with additional cherries or a sprinkle of cocoa powder if desired.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●1 cup rolled oats
- ●2 cups water or milk
- ●1 medium apple, diced
- ●1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ●2 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
- ●1/4 tsp salt
- ●1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- ●1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- 1In a medium saucepan, bring the water or milk to a boil over medium heat.
- 2Add the rolled oats and salt to the boiling liquid.
- 3Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4While the oats are cooking, prepare the apple by dicing it into small pieces.
- 5Add the diced apple, ground cinnamon, and brown sugar (if using) to the oatmeal.
- 6Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until the apple is tender and the oatmeal is creamy.
- 7If using, stir in the raisins and chopped nuts just before serving.
- 8Remove from heat and let it sit for a minute to thicken if desired.
- 9Serve warm, topped with additional cinnamon or sweetener if desired.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●1 cup rolled oats
- ●2 tbsp chia seeds
- ●2 tbsp flaxseeds
- ●2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
- ●2 tbsp sunflower seeds
- ●1/2 tsp cinnamon
- ●1/4 tsp salt
- ●2 cups water or milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- ●1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- ●Fresh fruits for topping (e.g., banana, berries)
Instructions
- 1In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, flaxseeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, cinnamon, and salt.
- 2Add the water or milk to the saucepan and stir to combine.
- 3Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- 4Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the oats are cooked and the mixture thickens.
- 5Remove from heat and let it sit for a minute to thicken further.
- 6If desired, stir in honey or maple syrup for sweetness.
- 7Serve the oatmeal in bowls and top with fresh fruits of your choice.
- 8Enjoy your nutritious Super Seed Instant Oatmeal warm.
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