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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PrintHealthy Instant Oatmeal Packs
Save time and money on breakfast in the mornings with this customizable healthy instant oatmeal packet recipe! (gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free)
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: breakfast
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- ½ cup quick oats
- 1 teaspoon ground flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon dried fruit (blueberries, bananas, apples, raisins, etc)
- 1 tablespoon nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts, etc)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon or other spices (optional)
To prepare oatmeal:
- ¾ cup hot water
- ½ teaspoon 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.
Keywords: instant oatmeal packs, healthy oatmeal packs
Lindsey Pine says
I've not heard of this brand! I'll have to check them out! great post Kaleigh!