I need more options for a quick breakfast. This mix is easy to make on the weekend, far cheaper and healthier than the store-bought varieties, and even easier to mix up in the morning. I keep some at work, and just add the hot water from the cooler – stir, and enjoy!<\/p>\n
Oatmeal Base<\/u>
\n5 c \/ 1 lb (by wt) old fashioned oatmeal\/rolled oats
\n2 c \/ 6 oz vanilla protein powder
\n1 c \/ 4 oz flax meal
\n1 c \/ 6 oz chia seeds
\n\u00bc c \/ 2 oz brown sugar (optional)
\n3-finger pinch salt<\/p>\n
Cherry Almond Oatmeal
\n<\/u>Add to oatmeal base:
\n<\/i>1\u00bd c \/ 8 oz dried cherries
\n1 c \/ 5 oz toasted slivered almonds
\n2 Tbsp cinnamon
\n2 Tbsp ginger powder (use less for less spice)<\/p>\n
Cinnamon Raisin Oatmeal
\n<\/u>Add to oatmeal base:<\/i>
\n2 Tbsp cinnamon
\n2 Tbsp ginger powder (*spicy)
\n1 tsp cardamom
\n1 c toasted walnuts
\n1 1\/2c raisins<\/p>\n
Chocolate Peanut Butter<\/u>
\nAdd to oatmeal base:<\/i>
\nSubstitute chocolate protein powder for the vanilla
\n1 Tbsp cocoa powder
\n1\/4 c PB2 (powder peanut butter in natural food aisle)<\/p>\n
To Serve:<\/u>
\nAdd 1\/2 cup of hot water to 1\/2 cup of the oatmeal mix, stir until creamy – enjoy!<\/p>\n
*Keep in mind – all amounts are approximate – just make it to your taste. Also, I never really measure when I mix this up.<\/p>\n