Instant Apple-Snickerdoodle Oatmeal

By davidv

Don't have a Keurig? Simply boil 8 oz of water on the stovetop and stir it into the oatmeal to prepare this quick and yummy breakfast.

Tip: Prefer peaches and cream oatmeal? Substitute the dried apple chips and cranberries for dried peach slices. Is maple-brown sugar your favorite? Omit the fruit entirely and add maple syrup. Keep the nuts if you wish. Bottom line: be creative!

Ingredients

• 4 cups instant oats
• 1/2 cup nonfat powdered milk
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 cups chopped dried apple chips
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 cup chopped toasted walnuts

Details

Adapted from qvc.co

Preparation

Step 1

Toss the oats, powdered milk, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a large mixing bowl until evenly incorporated. Divide the mixture evenly into 8 sealable plastic bags. Place 1/4 cup apple chips, 1/8 cup cranberries, and 1/8 cup walnuts into each bag. Seal the bag and store in a cool, dry place.

When ready to make the oatmeal, pour the bag contents into a heat-tolerant mug. Place the mug under your Keurig and brew water using the 8-oz button setting. Stir and let stand until thickened, about 1–2 minutes. Serve immediately.