Mix-Ahead Flavored Oatmeal

Ingredients

• 2 cups quick cooking oats
• 3/4 cup SPLENDA® Granular
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon butter flavored granules
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Oatmeal Flavor Variations:

Maple Spice Flavor: For each serving of oatmeal, stir in 1/8 teaspoon limitation maple flavoring and 1/8 butter flavor granules into the oatmeal before cooking.

Apple Spice Flavor: For each serving of oatmeal, stir in 1 pinch ground nutmeg into oatmeal before cooking and 2 tablespoons applesauce after cooking.

Directions

1. In a plastic bag or airtight container, combine all ingredients.
2. Store until ready for use. Shake mix together when you are ready to use.

Oatmeal Microwave Directions

1. Place 1/3 cup oat mixture in a microwave-safe bowl. Add 2/3 cup water. Microwave on high for 2 minutes or until desired consistency is reached.
2. Stir and serve immediately.

Oatmeal Stove-Top Cooking Directions

1. In a small saucepan over high heat, bring ⅔ cup water to a brisk boil. Add ⅓ cup oat mixture and cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Let stand until desired consistency is reached.
2. Serve immediately.

Recipe courtesy of Splenda, Inc. Splenda® is a no-calorie sweetener made from sugar that is suitable for diabetics.