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How to Make Oatmeal

Here's how to make the perfect bowl of oatmeal on the stovetop, plus 4 simple flavor variations. It's heart-healthy, easy to make and so delicious.

Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
3 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 1
Calories: 153 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Base Recipe
  • ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup water or milk
  • pinch of sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon optional
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract optional
Apple Cinnamon
  • ½ cup chopped apple
  • prinkle of cinnamon
Maple Brown Sugar
  • ½ Tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1-2 Tablespoons brown sugar
Banana Nut
  • Banana slices
  • 2 Tablespoons toasted walnuts
  • ½ Tablespoon peanut butter
  • ¼  teaspoon chia seeds
Berry Almond
  • ¼ cup fresh berries
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped roasted almonds
  • 1 Tablespoon chocolate chips

Instructions

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  1. Add oats, water or milk, salt, cinnamon and vanilla (if using) to a pot or saucepan over medium/high heat.
  2. Bring mixture to a low boil, reduce heat to a low simmer and continue to cook for about 5-7 minutes; stirring occasionally. Oatmeal is ready when the oats have soaked up most of the liquid and are creamy.
  3. Transfer to a bowl and add toppings of choice. See flavor ideas above for maple brown sugar, apple cinnamon, banana nut and berry almond variations.

Notes

  • Microwave Method:
  • Add to a bowl and microwave: Add 1/2 cup oats and 1 cup water or milk into a large microwave-safe bowl and stir to combine. Microwave for 1 minute, then stir and continue to microwave in 30 second increments, stirring between each, until the oatmeal is the consistency you like. I usually cook them for a total of 3 minutes, but you’ll know it’s done when most the liquid is absorbed and oats are hot.
  • Serve with toppings: Carefully remove from microwave (bowl will be hot) and top with your favorite oatmeal toppings. See topping ideas above for maple brown sugar, apple cinnamon, banana nut and berry almond.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1bowl made with water (no toppings) Calories 153kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 157mg (7%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 153

% Daily Value*

Serving 1bowl made with water (no toppings)
Calories 153kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 27g 9%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 157mg 7%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 1g 2%

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