Make your own instant oatmeal mix. This
recipe makes a great gift.
Mix Ahead Flavored
Oatmeal
- 2 cups quick cooking oats
3/4 cup SPLENDA® Granular
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon butter flavored granules
1/4 teaspoon salt
- In a plastic bag or airtight container,
combine all ingredients. Store until ready for use. Shake mix
together when you are ready to use.
Makes 7 servings.
Microwave Cooking Directions
Place 1/3 cup oat mixture in a microwave-safe
bowl. Add 2/3 cup water. Microwave on high for 2 minutes or until
desired consistency is reached. Stir and serve immediately. Makes
1 serving.
Stove-Top Cooking Directions
In a small saucepan over high heat, bring
2/3 cup water to a brisk boil.
Add 1/3 cup oat mixture and cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
Let stand until desired consistency is reached. Makes 1 serving.
Flavor Variations:
- Maple Spice Flavor - For each serving
of oatmeal, stir in 1/8 teaspoon imitation maple flavoring and
1/8 butter flavor granules into oatmeal before cooking.
- Apple Spice Flavor - For each serving
of oatmeal, stir in 1 pinch ground nutmeg into oatmeal before
cooking and 2 tablespoons applesauce after cooking.
Nutrients Per Serving: Serving Size 6.2
ounce (176g) Calories 100, Carbohydrates 17 g, Protein 3 g, Dietary
Fiber 2 g, Total Fat 2 g, Saturated Fat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 0
mg, Sodium 170 mg.
Recipe courtesy of Splenda, Inc. Splenda® is a no-calorie
sweetener made from sugar that is suitable for diabetics. For
more information regarding this product, please call 1-800-777-5363
or visit their website at www.splenda.com.
