How to Make Oatmeal

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  • Prep Time

    2 mins

  • Cook Time

    2 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    1 serving

  • Calories

    204 kcal

  • Course

    Breakfast

  • Cuisine

    American

How to Make Oatmeal

How to make oatmeal from scratch on the stovetop or in the microwave, plus topping ideas—just 10 minutes for a healthy, hearty breakfast!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats also called old-fashioned oats
  • ½ cup milk any kind you like
  • ½ cup water
  • Pinch kosher salt

Optional Mix-Ins

  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds flaxseed meal, or hemp seeds
  • 1 tablespoon nut butter
  • Pinch ground cinnamon optional

For Apple Cinnamon

  • 1 diced apple
  • 2 tablespoons chopped toasted walnuts
  • Extra pinch cinnamon

For Maple Blueberry

  • ¼ cup fresh blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
  • Drizzle pure maple syrup

For Banana Peanut Butter

  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter stir into the hot oatmeal
  • ½ banana diced
  • Handful granola optional for crunch

For Strawberry Cream

  • cup diced strawberries
  • plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
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Instructions

  1. TO MAKE ON THE STOVE: In a medium saucepan, combine the oats, milk, water, salt, and any desired mix-ins. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let simmer until the oats are softened to your liking, about 5 minutes. Let stand 2 minutes, then serve with any desired toppings.
  2. TO MAKE IN THE MICROWAVE: In a roomy microwave-safe bowl that will give you lots of room for the oatmeal to expand, combine the oats, milk, water, salt, and any desired mix-ins (to be extra safe if you aren't sure if your bowl is big enough, set it on a plate to catch any oats that boil over). Heat on high for 90 seconds, then stir and microwave until the oatmeal has bubbled up and softened, about 1 minute more. Let stand 2 minutes, then stir and enjoy hot with any desired toppings.

Notes

  • TO STORE: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • TO REHEAT: Warm up leftover oatmeal in the microwave or on the stovetop over medium heat with a splash of water or milk to loosen it up. (You can also eat leftovers cold.)
  • TO FREEZE: Freeze oatmeal in a freezer-safe storage container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then reheat according to the instructions above.
  • TO STORE: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • TO REHEAT: Warm up leftover oatmeal in the microwave or on the stovetop over medium heat with a splash of water or milk to loosen it up. (You can also eat leftovers cold.)
  • TO FREEZE: Freeze oatmeal in a freezer-safe storage container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then reheat according to the instructions above.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1bowl Calories 204kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Cholesterol 6mg (2%) Potassium 334mg (10%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 231IU (5%) Calcium 173mg (17%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 204 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1bowl
Calories 204kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Potassium 334mg 7%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 231IU 5%
Calcium 173mg 17%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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