Quick and Easy Peanut Butter Oatmeal

After years of testing and trying many variations of my favorite breakfast, oatmeal, I have finally found something I can eat every single day and never, ever, get sick of!

• Preparation Time: 4 mins
• Cooking Time: 6 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 188 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ⅔ cup water
• 1 tablespoon peanut butter
• Ground cinnamon
• ⅓ cup old-fashioned oats
• ¼ cup egg whites
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar, or to taste
• 2 teaspoons ground flax seed
• 1 tablespoon milk as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place oats in microwave-safe container that can hold at least 4 cups. Stir in the flaxseed and salt. Whisk together the water and egg whites, pour over the oats and stir gently until just combined. Microwave on MEDIUM power for 4-6 minutes (depending on your microwave).

Step 2

Remove bowl from the microwave, and stir in the peanut butter, sugar, and cinnamon. If the oatmeal becomes to stiff, soften with a small amount of milk. Serve warm.