I’m back! And with my first original recipe… oatmeal (yum!)
I have been totally in writers block, but this easy breakfast recipe was too good not to share with you right as I discovered it. My wonderful mother thought this up, so I cannot take full credit for it…
I have always loved oatmeal; it is my go-to meal for work each morning as it keeps me full until lunchtime. However, sometimes I don’t have those precious moments in the morning to prepare a nice warm boal. Overnight oats, as seen on many popular blogs now, are awesome as well. But this really takes the work out completely and allows you to make them well in advance without refrigeration! You can make a big batch that can last for a weeks’ worth of oatmeal and can customize them as you want.
The best part?:
- gluten free
- option to be dairy free
- low in added sugars
- nice on your wallet
They also make great gifts! I made six different flavors for my friend for her birthday, which was a great gift for her as she works a ton and doesn’t have time to make healthy meals.
They are pictured below in ziploc Tupperware containers, but also work great in medium sized mason jars. I suggest saving about half of the container empty, to allow room for the hot water and any additional fresh toppings you may want to include (suggestions below).
I want to see what yummy oatmeal combinations you come up with! Please share in the comments below…
Thanks again to my wonderful mother, Joni, for this great idea.
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cups powdered milk (dairy or non dairy*)
- 1/3 cup raw cane sugar or coconut sugar (adjust for varied sweetness)
- toppings of choice (see below for combination suggestions)
- Set aside 6 medium mason jars, tupperware containers or thick ziploc bags
- Mix rolled oats, powdered milk and sugar in large bowl
- Distribute evenly in containers
- Top with toppings of choice
Here are some great suggestions for toppings (serves 1):
- 1 tbsp peanut butter chip
- 1 tbsp chocolate chips or cacao powder
- 1 fresh banana
Goji gone Chai
- 1 tbsp goji berries
- 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ginger
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp cardamom or ground cloves
Hannah’s Norwegian Delight
- ¼ cup dried apricot, or one medium fresh apricot
- 2 tbsp slivered almonds
- ¼ tsp cardamom
Hippy gone Craisy
- 2 tbsp dried cranberries
- 2 tbsp hemp seeds
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 medium apple, chopped (optional)
Oatmeals’ in Paradise
- 2 tbsp shredded coconut, unsweetened
- 2 tbsp dried pineapple, or ¼ cup fresh pineapple
- 1 tbsp white chocolate chips
- 1 fresh banana (optional)
Peaches n’ Dream (not pictured)
- 2 tbsp dried peaches (or one medium peach)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp white chocolate or yogurt chips
- 1 tsp vanilla powder or one scraped vanilla bean
Enjoy!
xoxo Hannah