Let’s kick that boring instant oatmeal up a notch by hiding your kiddos favorite toppings underneath the cooked oats. Your toddler will love this fun and super simple way of serving their breakfast oatmeal. 

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What you’ll need

• 1/3 cup instant oats
• 1/3 cup boiling water
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons topping of your choice - craisins, raisins, chopped pecans, pomegranate seeds, chopped almonds, coconut flakes, apple chunks, berries, pear chunks, etc

How to make it

1. In a small bowl, stir together the oats, cinnamon and boiling water. Let sit for 2-3 minutes.
2. In a toddler-friendly bowl, add the toppings of your choice.
3. Spoon the oatmeal on top of the toppings, completely covering the toppings. Sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon and serve.

Other Oat Options – you can make this recipe with cooked old-fashion oats, steel cut oats or warmed quinoa cereal as well.

12+ months

Always check with your child’s doctor first if you have any questions about introducing new foods and textures.