

Apple oatmeal in a mug
Author: Yvonne Walus - Recipe writer
Photographer: Melanie Jenkins
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! .
Serves: 1
Time to make: 10 mins
Ingredients
Units: Metric | Imperial (US)
- 4 tablespoons quick-cook oatsoatmeal uncookedX (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)
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Instructions
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.
Nutrition Info (per serve)
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Calories 301cal
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Kilojoules 1260kJ
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Protein 13g
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Total fat 3g
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–Saturated fat 1g
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Carbohydrates 50g
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–Sugars 35g
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Dietary fibre 8g
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Sodium 120mg
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Calcium 320mg
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Iron 2mg
Note: This nutrition analysis is a guide only. Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. See our guides on your optimal daily nutrition intake, and supermarket shopping.
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First published: Aug 2017
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Would make a great snack too.