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Oatmeal Packets

Serves

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1

Cost/Serving

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$0.33

Serving Size: 1 packet

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup quick oats
  • 1 cup water or milk
  • Apple Cinnamon option Add 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons apples (chopped and dried)
  • Cinnamon Raisin option Add 2 teaspoons packed brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons raisins
  • Cinnamon Spice option Add 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and a scant 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Cocoa option Add 1 teaspoon baking cocoa and 1 teaspoon sugar or 2 teaspoons "quick type" chocolate drink powder
  • Sweetened option Add 1 teaspoon sugar or 2 teaspoons packed brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Put quick oats and optional ingredients into a plastic snack or sandwich bag.
  2. Seal bag and store for future use.
  3. Empty packet into microwave safe bowl when ready to use.
  4. Stir in 1 cup water or milk.
  5. Microwave on high 2 1/2-3 minutes.
  6. Stir before serving.

Tips

Top with dried banana chips, small pieces of walnuts or almonds, dried cranberries, or other dried fruits.

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Nutrition Facts

1 serving per recipe
Serving Size: 1 packet
Amount Per Serving

Calories 180

 
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.5g
3%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
 
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 0mg
0%
Total Carbohydrates 34g
12%
Dietary Fiber 5g
18%
Total Sugars 6g
 
Includes 4g Added Sugars
8%
Protein 5g
 
Vitamin D 0mcg
0%
Calcium 31mg
2%
Iron 2mg
10%
Potassium 164mg
4%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.