What to add to maple brown sugar oatmeal

This easy maple and brown sugar oatmeal recipe is ready in just 90 seconds and is naturally gluten free!

What to add to maple brown sugar oatmeal

My boys eat oatmeal almost every morning for a few simple reasons: it’s ready in 90 seconds, nutritious, affordable and delicious. What more can one ask for in a healthy breakfast recipe?

What to add to maple brown sugar oatmeal


While I love making oatmeal on the stovetop or in the slow cooker, I definitely make it in the microwave most frequently. If you think you need a store-bought packet of instant oatmeal to have it ready in 90 seconds, think again.

What to add to maple brown sugar oatmeal

Making your own homemade instant oatmeal is as simple as mixing together 1/2 cup oats and 1/2 cup milk in a bowl then adding in whatever nutrient-boosters and flavors you wish. Since my boys love maple and brown sugar, I decided to add in a tablespoon of each, along with omega-3 rich flaxseed meal and a pinch of salt.

What to add to maple brown sugar oatmeal

Before serving, I love to add in whatever fresh fruit I have on hand such as bananas, berries, peaches or mango. Pro Tip: stirring in frozen berries before serving is a great way to quickly cool down the oatmeal so that little ones don’t burn their tongues.

What to add to maple brown sugar oatmeal

Want to add spices? Cinnamon, nutmeg and cocoa powder are always a great way to add even more flavor. No matter how you make your oatmeal, just make it your own.

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What to add to maple brown sugar oatmeal

Maple and Brown Sugar Microwave Oatmeal

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This easy maple and brown sugar oatmeal recipe is ready in just 90 seconds and is naturally gluten free!

PREP: 1 min

COOK: 2 mins

TOTAL: 3 mins

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Servings: 1

Ingredients 1/2x1x2x

  • ½ cup Bob's Red Mill gluten free oatmeal (old fashioned)
  • 1 tablespoon Bob's Red Mill flax seed meal
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • pinch salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • ½ cup milk (any kind (or water))

Instructions 

  • Place all ingredients in a microwavable bowl and heat on high for 90 seconds. Stir before serving. Garnish with fruit and nuts if you wish.

Recipe Video


Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 361kcalCarbohydrates: 60.86gProtein: 10.51gFat: 7.93gSaturated Fat: 2.19gCholesterol: 9.44mgSodium: 65.51mgPotassium: 413.72mgFiber: 6gSugar: 30.61gVitamin A: 120.36IUCalcium: 202.31mgIron: 2.12mg


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Is maple and brown sugar oatmeal healthy?

The combo of maple syrup and brown sugar gives this oatmeal a sweet, caramelized flavor. Oats provide a good amount of vitamins, minerals, fiber and even antioxidants. They are basically a “super grain.”

What can I add to my oatmeal for more flavor?

Pair oats with roasted squash, sweet potatoes, puréed pumpkin, or homemade applesauce for an extra creamy punch..
Add a spoonful of ghee for a beautifully rich and grassy flavor. ... .
Drizzle date syrup, agave nectar, or buckwheat honey for a more nuanced sweetness than straight-up sugar..

How do you spruce up instant oatmeal?

Try adding these fresh, frozen or dried fruits, all of which are delicious in oatmeal:.
Apples..
Raisins..
Bananas (frozen or fresh) - bananas cooked into the oatmeal melt down and sweeten your oatmeal without sugar. ... .
Strawberries (frozen or fresh).
Blueberries (frozen or fresh).
Pineapple (canned, frozen or fresh).

What can I mix with my oatmeal?

What Are Tasty and Healthy Things to Mix With Oatmeal?.
Yogurt. The tangy flavor of lowfat or fat-free plain or fruit-flavored yogurt helps cut the blandness of oatmeal. ... .
Milk or Milk Substitutes. ... .
Fresh Fruit. ... .
Dried Fruit. ... .
Nuts and Seeds. ... .
Grains. ... .
Spices..