Creamy Microwave Oatmeal

Start your day with a comforting bowl of Creamy Microwave Oatmeal—an effortless, delicious breakfast ready in just minutes! Made with hearty rolled oats and your choice of milk or water, this quick recipe delivers a perfectly creamy texture in under 5 minutes, thanks to the magic of the microwave. Customize your bowl with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup for sweetness, a touch of butter for extra richness, and your favorite toppings like fresh fruit, crunchy nuts, or a dash of cinnamon. Whether you're rushing out the door or craving a cozy morning meal, this easy microwave oatmeal is the ultimate combination of convenience, nutrition, and flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:2 mins

Cook Time:3 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 cup Rolled oats
• 1.5 cups Milk (or water for a lighter version)
• 1 pinch Salt
• 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
• 0.5 tablespoon Butter (optional, for added creaminess)
• 1 handful Toppings (e.g., fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, cinnamon, etc.)

Directions

Step 1

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine rolled oats, milk, and a pinch of salt. Make sure the bowl is large enough to allow the oatmeal to expand as it cooks.

Step 2

Stir the mixture gently to combine the ingredients evenly.

Step 3

Place the bowl in the microwave and heat on high for 2 minutes.

Step 4

Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave and stir the oatmeal to check the consistency.

Step 5

Return the bowl to the microwave and heat for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute, depending on your desired thickness. Watch closely to prevent the oatmeal from overflowing.

Step 6

Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir in honey, maple syrup, or butter if desired.

Step 7

Let the oatmeal cool for 1-2 minutes. Add your favorite toppings, such as fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Step 8

Serve warm and enjoy your creamy microwave oatmeal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(499.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	733.1

Total Fat 26.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 45.5mg	0%
Sodium 294.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 99.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 40.2g
Protein 28.8g	0%

Vitamin D 184.5IU	0%
Calcium 523.7mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 1009.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value 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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.8%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 52.8%