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Apple oatmeal in a mug

Our apple and oatmeal in a mug recipe is low in calories and diabetes friendly, high in fibre and calcium, so easy the kids can make them for Mother’s Day breakfast! .

  • Time to make: 10 mins
  • Serving: 1 person
Ratings: 5.0
Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons quick-cook oats (such as Uncle Toby’s Milk Oaties)
  • ¾ cup boiling water
  • 3 tablespoons skim milk powder
  • 2 tablespoons raisins
  • 1 apple, grated
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon demerara sugar or other dark sugar (optional)
  • Always check food labels for allergens or trace warnings before buying your ingredients.
    Ingredients

    Instructions

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    1 In a very large microwave-safe mug, combine oats and water. Microwave on high for 2 minutes.

    2 Stir in milk powder, raisins, and apple.

    3 Sprinkle cinnamon and sugar (if using) over the top and serve.

    Variations

    • Add 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves for an apple pie flavour.
    • You can use sultanas, dried blackcurrants or cranberries instead of raisins.
    • Make it dairy free: Replace milk powder with 1 tablespoon peanut butter.

    HFG tip

    • This recipe was made in a 1100W microwave, so cooking time will vary depending on the strength of your microwave. Increase or decrease cooking time by 10 seconds and check regularly.
    • Soaking oatmeal overnight in warm water before cooking makes it more digestible.

    One comment on Apple oatmeal in a mug

    1. lesley norris March 31, 2021 at 4:40 pm #

      Would make a great snack too.

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