Microwave Quick Oats (No Overflowing Mess!)
Learn how to microwave quick oats to get the best oatmeal texture and avoid overflowing mess!
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Ingredients
- ½ cup quick oats
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar, optional
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, optional
- Pinch of salt
- ¾ cup milk or water*
- Fruit, for topping
Instructions
Combine ingredients:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, place the quick oats, brown sugar, cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt.
- Pour the milk or water into the bowl and mix to combine. Make sure to use a large enough bowl for the oats to cook.
Microwave:
- Microwave on high for 1 minute. Cook for an additional 30 seconds if necessary.
Serve:
- Remove the oatmeal from the microwave and serve as is or topped with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Use only water or dilute milk with water. If you only use milk, the oatmeal will be too thick.
- Nutritional information is calculated without any toppings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 bowl | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 145mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 2mg
