Homemade Gluten-Free Instant Oatmeal Cups
Missing the convenience of instant oats but need a gluten-free option? These Homemade Gluten-Free Instant Oatmeal Cups – Quick and Easy are the perfect solution! Instead of single-use packets, we use reusable cups that are eco-friendly and practical. They not only store your pre-measured oats but also help you measure the right amount of water when preparing your meal.
Why Switch to Cups?
- Reusable & Eco-Friendly: Reduce waste compared to disposable packets.
- Perfect Portion Control: Each cup holds the right amount of oats for one serving.
- Easy Water Measurement: Simply fill the same cup with cold water for perfect consistency.
- Customisable: Add your favourite flavours and toppings.
Best Oats for the Job
After trying several gluten-free instant oats, my favourite is Checkers Simple Truth Wholegrain Instant Rolled Oats. They cook quickly and have the perfect texture.
Flavour -Add-ins
- Brown sugar or honey (optional)grated carrot.
- Gluten-free instant rolled oats
- Cinnamon
- Chia seeds
- Dried fruit
- Nuts
Ideas, Advice and Suggestions
Checkers Simple Truth Wholegrain Instant Rolled Oats (Gluten-Free) – I prefer these oats over any others because they have the best taste and cooking quality. However, it’s important to remember that oats need to be certified and labeled as certified gluten-free to be suitable for a gluten-free diet.
Powdered milk –This must be powdered milk; I use Klim, but any other brand would suffice. Do not substitute with a creamer, as most creamers in South Africa contain gluten. I have done a little research and found that almond and rice milk powders are available in South Africa.
Brown sugar – I’ve always used brown sugar, but you can use white sugar as a substitute if brown isn’t available.
Salt – It’s important to add salt as it significantly enhances the flavor of the porridge.
Cinnamon or other flavour add-ins – These ingredients are optional; omit them if they’re not to your liking, although I do enjoy the cinnamon flavour.
Water – Use cold water when cooking. Hot water will make it difficult to mix the oats properly.
Gluten-free Homemade Instant Oatmeal Cups
Course: Breakfast12
cups20
minutes2
minutesIngredients
- Total Ingredients for 12 Cups
4 cups-350g Checkers Simple Truth Wholegrain Instant Rolled Oats (Gluten Free)
¾ cup powdered milk
¾ cup brown sugar (or less, to taste)
1 tablespoon salt
1¼ teaspoon cinnamon (or 20g of dried fruit, nuts, seeds any combination you prefer)
12 small containers of small sealable plastic bags (about 5x7cm)
- Each serving
⅓ cup (30g) Checkers Simple Truth Wholegrain Instant Rolled Oats (Gluten Free)
1 tablespoon powdered milk
1 tablespoon brown sugar (or less, to taste)
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon cinnamon or any other
- Cooking each serving
1 prepared homemade instant oatmeal cup
⅔ cups of cold tap water
optional – 20g fresh fruit
Directions
- Preparing the cups
- Divide the ingredients into each serving between the containers or plastic bags seal.
- Cooking one portion
- Add the contents of one packet and 2/3 cup of cold tap water to a microwave-safe bowl. Mix well.
- Microwave on high for 2 minutes (shorter or longer, depending on your microwave), stirring halfway through, until the oats are softened and the water is absorbed.
- Add milk or cream and sweeten with sugar, syrup, or honey to taste. You can also add fresh fruit at this stage.
Notes
- Microwave cooking time – I currently use a 900W microwave but have found that the cooking time varies between my microwave and other microwaves
- It is important to add cold water to the oats when cooking because it will be hard to mix if you begin with hot water
- If you’re using dried fruit, you may need to increase the amount of water you add.
Origin of the Recipe
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