Mix Ahead Flavored Oatmeal

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  • Number of Servings: 7
Ingredients
2 cups quick cooking oats3/4 cup splenda granular1 tsp. ground cinnamon1/8 tsp. butter flavored granules (I use Butter Buds)¼ tsp. salt
Directions
Yield: 7 servings (1/3 cup mix plus 2/3 cup water)

In a plastic bag, combine all ingredients. Store until ready for use. Shake mix together when you are ready to use.

Microwave Directions:
Place 1/3 cup oat mixture in a microwave safe bowl. Add 2/3 cup water. Microwave on high for 2 minutes or until desired consistency is reached. Stir and serve immediately.

Stove Top directions: In a small saucepan over high heat, bring 2/3 cups water to a brisk boil. Add 1/3 cup oat mixture and cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Let stand until desired consistency is reached.

Flavor Variations:
Maple Spice Flavor: For each serving of oatmeal, stir in 1/8 teaspoon imitation maple flavoring and 1/8 teaspoon butter flavor granules into oatmeal before cooking.

Apple Spice Flavor: For each serving of oatmeal, stir in 1 pinch nutmeg into oatmeal before cooking and 2 tablespoons applesauce after cooking.

Number of Servings: 7

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user PAINTBOXGIRL.

Servings Per Recipe: 7
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 129.5
  • Total Fat: 2.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 0.7 mg
  • Total Carbs: 26.4 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.5 g
  • Protein: 4.3 g

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