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Healthy Oatmeal Packets – 7 flavors you will love!

One of my favorite store-bought oatmeal packet flavors is Aldi’s, Oats & Flax. I love it. I was eating it one day and thought to myself, I bet I can make this at home. So began the testing. I came up with a “packet” that tasted nearly identical for a fraction of the cost! Try these healthy oatmeal packets today!

 

Oatmeal is one of the heart-healthy foods. It’s been proven that oatmeal has many health benefits. A few of these are weight loss, lower blood sugar levels and a reduction in your risk of heart disease.

 

Oats have a great nutritional profile. They contain more protein and fat than other grains. I eat oatmeal all the time because of this. It’s a great breakfast.

 

I’ll make up 5-10 at a time and bring them into work for a healthy breakfast or snack.

 

Read on for how to make your own healthy oatmeal packets for a fraction of the cost! Subscribe for the printable!

Healthy Oatmeal Packets

The base recipe for each packet is as follows

• ½ cup rolled (old fashioned) or instant oats (I use old fashioned)
• 1 tsp sugar of choice (maple sugar, coconut sugar, cane sugar, etc.)
• 2 tsp dried milk powder (optional but does add a nice creamy texture, I don’t usually add it)
• Pinch of salt

Related: Healthy Homemade Granola

7 Oatmeal Packet Flavor Combinations You Will Love

Here are 7 different flavor combinations that you will fall in love with.

Oats & Flax

1 tsp flaxseed (whole or milled)

1 tsp sugar (optional)

Maple Brown Sugar

1 tbsp brown sugar

1 tsp maple sugar

Apples & Cinnamon

2 tbsp freeze-dried apples

1 tsp cinnamon

Blueberries & Cream

2 tbsp. dried blueberries

2 tsp dried milk powder

Strawberries & Cream

2 tbsp freeze-dried strawberries

2 tsp dried milk powder

Peaches & Cream

2 tbsp dried peaches

2 tsp dried milk powder

Cinnamon & Spice

1 tsp cinnamon

½ tsp pumpkin pie spice

¼ tsp ground nutmeg

 

Use a sandwich or snack-sized Ziploc bag to place all the ingredients in. Shake well to combine. Label with flavor if desired.

 

Other optional add-ins include chia seeds, nuts, raisins, etc. The sky is the limit! Try your own flavor combinations.

 

Store in a dry cool place. Packets will last 1-2 months.

Related: Easy Protein Waffles – Only 3 ingredients!

How to Cook them

Pour your “packet” into a cup or a bowl. Add ¾ cup of boiling water. Stir and let sit for a few minutes. You can also microwave your oatmeal for a minute or two. This is helpful for texture especially if you’re using rolled oats since they take a little longer to cook than instant oats.

 

The dried fruit and chia seed (if using) will soak up some of the water so you may need some extra if the consistency is to thick for your liking.

 

It is super simple to make your own (healthier) oatmeal packets at home. They will not skimp on flavor and your whole family will love them. I love making healthier versions of the foods that I love at home. Many times, making them from scratch is cheaper than buying. I prefer to cut down on the number of unpronounceable ingredients we consume whenever possible.

 

Have you tried to make your own oatmeal packets at home? What are your favorite flavor combinations? Have you tried one of mine? Leave a comment and let me know!

 

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