Instant Oatmeal Jars are the perfect grab n’ go breakfast for busy mornings. Simple, healthy, customizable and kid friendly!
Having three young kids, my mornings typically are pressed for time and breakfast is one of those things I just don’t always have time for. I know, breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and trust me, mid-morning, my stomach would agree, but one thing leads to another and soon, I skipped breakfast.
Last week, I was scrolling through Pinterest and came across oatmeal jars. I instantly became intrigued because my hubby and I are big oatmeal fans! I decided to make my own version using freeze dried fruits I had on hand already.
Instant Oatmeal Jars are so convenient & versatile for busy mornings! With so many add in choices, there is a flavor for everyone!
The next morning, we boiled up our water in the microwave, poured it into our jars, did a few tasks around the house, and 20 minutes later…. breakfast was ready!!
The great thing is you can bring it with you anywhere you go since it’s in a jar!
We added in some cinnamon, blueberries, and cranberries, but you could add in apple, banana, raspberry, etc.
Not only are these jars easy to prepare, but they are also extremely healthy and if you prep on a Sunday, you can make enough for the entire week!! Win-win, right??
Breakfast no longer gets skipped in my house!!
Check out these other great breakfast recipes:
Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole
Cinnamon French Toast Casserole
Instant Pot Banana Steel Cut Oats
Ingredients Needed: (per jar)
Old Fashioned Oats
Freeze Dried Blueberries
Dried Cranberries
Cinnamon
Brown Sugar
Boiling Water
How to prepare:
In a mason jar, add in the oats.
Add in the blueberries, cranberries, cinnamon, and sugar.
Put lid on jar and tightly seal.
Store until ready to eat…. don’t store longer then 10 days.
When ready to enjoy, add 1 cup boiling water to the jar and allow to sit 20 minutes.
Stir until combined. Enjoy!!
Add In Ideas for these Oatmeal Jars:
Chia Seed/ Flax Seed
Dry Berries
Dry Apples
Cinnamon
Peanut Butter Powder
Chocolate Chips
Coconut Flakes
Cocoa Powder
The sky is the limit with the choices you add to these jars! Have fun with it and make them your own! If you like various spices, add it in! Sweeteners, honey, syrups, and more are great options for these handy jars as well!
Instant Oatmeal Jackets are so easy to assemble. Make a bunch in advance to keep on hand for those busy mornings when you don’t have time to make breakfast. Print the recipe below and be sure to give them a try!
Instant Oatmeal Jars
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
- 1 tablespoon dried blueberries
- 1 tbsp dried cranberries
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- In a mason jar, add in the oats.
- Add in the blueberries, cranberries, cinnamon, and sugar.
- Put lid on jar and tightly seal.
- Store until ready to eat…. don’t store longer then 10 days.
- When ready to enjoy, add 1 cup boiling water to the jar and allow to sit 20 minutes.
- Stir until combined. Enjoy!!
Nutrition
Recipe updated 2/4/22
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