Microwave Oatmeal
Microwave oatmeal is a super-fast breakfast with tons of topping options that serves up some serious comfort, even on a busy morning!
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- ½ to ⅔ cup liquid (water, milk or combination - see notes)
Instructions
- Measure oats into a large microwave-safe bowl. It needs to be big enough so the liquid won't boil over while cooking.
- Add liquid and make sure all of the oats are submerged.
- Adjust microwave to 70% power then microwave on high for 2 minutes, 45 seconds.
- Let cool slighlty, add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
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Notes
Liquid: You can use all water, all milk (including non-dairy milks like soy milk) or a combination of the two for the liquid in this recipe. You can adjust the liquid (or add extra after it cooks) to get the oatmeal to your desired consistency.
Topping ideas:
- Honey, maple syrup or brown sugar
- Sprinkle of cinnamon
- Banana slices or diced strawberry or fresh blueberries
- Dried fruit: raisins, dried cranberries or blueberries, dried apricots, etc.)
- Chopped nuts: walnuts, pecans, etc.
- Apple chips and other fruit "chips"
- Applesauce and a sprinkle of cinnamon
- Peanut butter and honey or banana slices or mini chocolate chips
- Savory: Scrambled eggs and soy sauce. My personal favorite; strange but so good!
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 2mg | Fiber: 4g
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