These quick and easy oatmeal recipes will help to add a little extra flavor to an old favorite. Oatmeal is a healthy and delicious way to start the day and these flavorful breakfast ideas are simple and easy to prepare.
There is a large selection of flavorful oatmeal varieties on the market these days. Unfortunately there is also a lot of sugar added to these prepackaged items and some of them are not as natural as you may want them to be. By preparing your own plain oatmeal and adding some simple, natural additions, it is much easier to control the amount of sugar that you are consuming, as well as, the quality of the ingredients
Plain oatmeal, either instant, rolled, or steel-cut oats, should be used for these recipes. Simply prepare the oatmeal according to the package directions and then use any of the quick breakfast recipe ideas listed and add what you like and swirl it into your warm cereal.
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Combine dried cranberries with walnut pieces and a drizzle of honey
Try a combination of raisins, cinnamon, and a light sprinkle of brown sugar
Add some wheat germ, raspberry fruit spread, and some cream
Add a spoonful of apricot fruit spread and a dusting of cinnamon
Try some ground flaxseed along with some dried or fresh, pitted and cut-up cherries
Plain, low-fat whipped cream cheese with a fruit spread of your own choosing
Canned, crushed pineapple (drain before adding to cereal), shredded coconut, and some chopped walnuts
Blueberries and sliced almonds drizzled with some maple syrup
Cinnamon or berry applesauce makes a nice sweet addition
Swirl in some sliced or diced strawberries and mini chocolate chips
Try a combination of golden raisins, diced golden delicious apples, and dried sweetened cranberries for a nice fruity topping
For a creamy style oatmeal, try spooning in a flavored yogurt like apple cinnamon, mixed berries, or cherry
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