I am all for convenience. I have a ton of stuff to squeeze in a day, and waiting on my kids every craving isn’t exactly my idea of fun. As they get older I see why people say they are eating them out of house and home. I am still trying to figure out where they put it all.
Unfortunately I can not buy those pre-packaged instant oatmeal packets. They contain both Gluten and Dairy which are no-no’s in my kitchen. My kids love oatmeal for breakfast. So, we have found a way to make our own oatmeal packets, and still keep them fun and tasty. Without all those added chemicals and ingredients of store bought packets.
This is so easy, that the kids can do it. They love personalizing their own oatmeal packs. Great idea for a lazy Summer Afternoon, and then breakfast is ready for weeks to come!
| Homemade Instant Oatmeal Packets |
- 3 cups Quick-Cooking Oats
- 1/2 Cup Brown Sugar
- In a food processor pulse 1 cup of oats until coarse powder.
- Mix powder oats with whole oats and brown sugar in large bowl.
- Mix in your flavor options…listed below.
- Place 1/3 Cup Oatmeal Mix in each ziploc bag or single serve container.
- To serve: Empty packet into a bowl. Add 3/4 cup boiling water or hot milk. Stir and let stand for 2 minutes.
- For thicker oatmeal, use less liquid – for thinner oatmeal, use more liquid.
Gluten Free- Make sure you buy Certified Gluten Free Oats.
Dairy Free- Do not use powdered milk option. Use Milk alternative as liquid for creamy oatmeal.
Possible Mix ins (Customize it to your taste)
-Craisins/Raisins
-Any Type of Dried Fruit
-Cinnamon
-Powdered Milk (for a creamy taste)
-Sprinkles
-Pop Rocks (Fun Exploding Oatmeal)
-Chocolate Chips
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this is a great idea and i’ll print it and then share it on my page!! thanks!!’
sarah
My Hubby and I like to add raisins, dry creamer and chopped nuts! I save containers that season salt came in, and it works great for nuts put thru the food processor. I like knowing exactly what goes in my oatmeal,lol.
Awesome idea, thank you for sharing!!
I don’t have a way to “process” any of the oatmeal. Do you think that I really need to do that step? I love the concept!
thx
Su…it is not necessary. It all depends how you like your oatmeal. My kids like it a little creamier texture. So the processing helps breakdown the oats a bit. If you don’t process it you will end up with a chunkier oatmeal, that is all
Thanks. We’ll give it a try!
This is a great idea!
My son loves oatmeal, but he’s very particular about what goes in it. This way both he and I can control what’s in his oatmeal, and he can take an active part in making his breakfasts.
Thanks for the tip and recipe!
Thanks for the idea! I love to mix in candied ginger and dark chocolate with dehydrated blue berries. Yum
Such a great idea! I love how you can customize the oatmeal packets to your liking as well. Definitely a great way to please those pickier family members. I’m going to have to try these!