Want an instant oat breakfast option that’s healthy and satisfying? This low sugar instant oatmeal is a great choice.
Is Instant Oatmeal a Healthy Choice?
Read the internet, and there is a debate on whether instant oatmeal is healthy or if it is not.
The truth is this type of oatmeal can be a healthy breakfast option.
Contrary to popular belief, instant oats have the same nutritional benefits as regular oats.
Oats are one of the healthiest grains you can choose so they can be a healthy choice.
They are high in fiber, which can reduce bad cholesterol and help you stay full longer.
They also enhance the body’s immune response and stabilize blood sugar; they’re gluten-free.
Instant oatmeal is made with the oats being partially cooked and then dehydrated for fast-prep; the main ingredient-oats-is incredibly nutrient-dense.
Just a reminder, not all instant oats are created equal.
The rule of thumb is that the more processed the oats are, the less nutritious they will be.
The lousy rap about instant oatmeal comes into play because manufacturers have added artificial flavors, sugar, and other unsavory ingredients to the oats.
Many of your favorite flavored brands will set you back at least 3 to 4 teaspoons of added sugar per serving.
So, stick to plain instant oatmeal, add flavorful ingredients like fresh fruit, nut butter, and cinnamon, and enjoy a delicious bowl of oats in under two minutes!
What’s the difference between oatmeal and instant oatmeal?
Regular oatmeal oats are made by steaming oat groats, so they’re soft and then rolling the groats into flakes.
Instant oats are steamed longer, rolled thinner, and dehydrated so they can cook faster.
Instant oats cook in minutes while regular oatmeal cooks for 5 minutes. Instant oats are creamier than regular oatmeal.
Ingredients:
- 1 egg white
- ⅛ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp maple syrup
- ⅓ cup banana
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- ⅓ cup blueberries
- ½ cup oats
- ½ tbsp flaxseed meal
- ⅓ cup unsweetened almond milk
How to Make Low Sugar Instant Oatmeal
- Spray a large mug with cooking spray.
- Use a fork to mix the milk, mashed banana, egg white, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Stir in the oats, flaxseed, and cinnamon.
- Fold in the blueberries.
- Cook on high for 2 minutes and check.
- Then continue cooking in 30-second increments until puffed up and cooked.