Mommy's Instant Oatmeal
Start your day with the comforting simplicity of Mommy's Instant Oatmeal—a quick and nourishing breakfast recipe that’s ready in under five minutes! Perfect for busy mornings, this dish combines creamy instant oats with your choice of milk or water, a touch of honey for natural sweetness, and a hint of salt to balance the flavors. Customize every bowl with optional cinnamon, vanilla extract, and luxurious toppings like fresh fruit, crunchy nuts, or chia seeds for an added boost. Whether enjoyed plain or with a dollop of butter for extra richness, this microwave-friendly recipe is both wholesome and versatile, catering to everyone from oatmeal purists to adventurous breakfast lovers. Keywords: quick breakfast recipes, easy oatmeal recipes, customizable oatmeal, healthy instant oatmeal, microwave breakfast ideas.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Instant oats
- 1 cup Milk (or water for a lighter option)
- 1 tablespoon Honey (or sweetener of choice)
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Cinnamon (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
- 0.5 cup Fresh fruit (e.g., banana slices, berries) or dried fruit
- 2 tablespoons Nuts or seeds (e.g., almonds, chia seeds, or walnuts)
- 1 teaspoon Butter (optional for added richness)
Directions
Step 1
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the instant oats, milk (or water), and salt.
Step 2
Stir in cinnamon and vanilla extract, if using, to add flavor.
Step 3
Microwave the oatmeal on high for 1 to 2 minutes. Keep an eye on it to prevent it from boiling over.
Step 4
Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave (it will be hot!) and stir well.
Step 5
Add honey (or sweetener of choice) and mix until fully incorporated.
Step 6
Top the oatmeal with fresh or dried fruit, nuts, or seeds as desired.
Step 7
For added richness, stir in butter as a final touch before serving.
Step 8
Serve warm and enjoy this quick and hearty breakfast!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (627.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 522.9 |
| Total Fat 19.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g | |
| Cholesterol 30.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 504.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 78.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.6g | |
| Protein 16.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 127.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 500.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 799.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories