Healthy Hot Cereal Mix
Start your morning on a wholesome note with this Healthy Hot Cereal Mix—a nutrient-packed, customizable breakfast option perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekends. This homemade cereal blend combines the hearty texture of rolled oats, protein-rich quinoa flakes, and the superfood power of chia seeds and ground flaxseed, delivering a boost of fiber, omega-3s, and lasting energy. With the added crunch of sliced almonds and a warm dash of cinnamon, this mix is as flavorful as it is nutritious. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s versatile enough to be cooked with water or your favorite milk, and you can personalize each bowl with optional sweeteners like maple syrup or fresh toppings such as fruit and nut butter. Prepare a batch ahead of time to enjoy a quick, healthy breakfast that will keep you fueled and satisfied throughout the day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rolled oats
- 1 cup Quinoa flakes
- 0.25 cup Chia seeds
- 0.25 cup Ground flaxseed
- 0.5 cup Sliced almonds
- 2 teaspoons Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 4 cups Water or milk of choice (for cooking)
- 2 tablespoons Optional sweetener (honey, maple syrup, etc.)
- to taste Optional toppings (fresh fruit, nut butter, etc.)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, quinoa flakes, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, sliced almonds, cinnamon, and salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
Transfer the cereal mix to an airtight container for storage if not cooking immediately. The mix can be stored for up to one month in a cool, dry place.
To prepare a serving of hot cereal, bring 1 cup of water or milk to a gentle boil over medium heat in a small saucepan.
Stir in 0.5 cup of the cereal mix and reduce the heat to low. Allow to simmer while stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, about 5–7 minutes, or until the grains are tender and the mixture reaches your desired consistency.
If using optional sweeteners (e.g., honey or maple syrup), stir them in during the last minute of cooking.
Serve hot and top with your choice of optional toppings, such as fresh fruit or a dollop of nut butter, for added flavor and nutrition.
Repeat the cooking process for additional servings or store the remaining mix for future use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1994 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 80.1 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 646 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 267.5 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 57.2 g | 204% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.4 g | ||
| Protein | 69.9 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 747 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 21.3 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 2294 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
