Save time and money on breakfast in the mornings with this customizable healthy instant oatmeal packet recipe! (gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free)

With the start of a new year, I know many of you are trying to develop healthy habits and set goals. I'd encourage you to make breakfast a priority if you've set a healthy eating goal.

One of my favorite ways to start every day is with a delicious, nourishing breakfast. I always make sure to wake up early enough to prepare something to eat before heading out the door, as I've been doing for years. Eating a healthy breakfast is absolutely necessary for me to stay energized and focused all morning.

Why You'll Love These DIY Instant Oatmeal Packets

Sometimes we all need a little help getting out the door on time in the mornings. That's why I've created these simple DIY healthy instant oatmeal packets for you. They're:

Healthier than the store bought kind. No added sugar, sodium or preservatives!
Economical. Making your own packets is so much less expensive per serving.
Easy. Just add your ingredients to a container and you're ready to pour and eat in the morning! Make 5 to 10 at a time for meal prep made simple!

How To Make Instant Oatmeal Packets

Add oats, flaxseed, fruit, nuts, and spices to a jar or bag.
Seal containers and set aside until you're ready to eat!

How To Prepare Your DIY Oatmeal Packets

Add ¾ cup hot water to the contents of the packet and stir.
Cover and let the oats stand for 2-3 minutes, then stir and enjoy!

What are the Best Oats To Use For Instant Oatmeal?

I like to use quick oats for instant oatmeal packets. They are typically the ones that say they take one minute to cook on the package, but a soak in hot water for a few minutes is enough to 'cook' them! If you come across plain instant oats, you are more than welcome to use those, too!

Suggested Flavor Combinations

Dried blueberries + almonds
Dried apples + cinnamon + pecans
Dried bananas + walnuts
Dried cranberries + chai spice + pecans

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Healthy Instant Oatmeal Packs

closeup of healthy instant oatmeal packet in a clear jar.

Print Recipe

Save time and money on breakfast in the mornings with this customizable healthy instant oatmeal packet recipe! (gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free)

Author: Kaleigh
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 serving 1x
Category: breakfast
Method: stovetop
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

½ cup quick oats
1 tsp ground flaxseed
1 tbsp dried fruit (blueberries, bananas, apples, raisins, etc)
1 tbsp nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts, etc)
½ tsp cinnamon or other spices (optional)

To prepare oatmeal:

¾ cup hot water
½ tsp vanilla or almond extract (optional)
preferred sweetener to taste (optional)
yogurt or milk as needed for creamier oatmeal

Instructions

In a jar, reusable bag or other container, combine oats, flaxseed, fruit, nuts, and any spices.
Once you are ready to eat, add hot water to oat mixture in a bowl or in the container.
Cover and let rest for 2-3 minutes.
Uncover, stir in any additional ingredients if you'd like (vanilla extract, honey, yogurt or milk) and enjoy!

Notes

If you're using glass containers, place a wooden spoon in the jar while pouring hot water in to dissipate the heat - this will prevent the glass from shattering.

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