Microwave Oatmeal with Old Fashioned Rolled Oats (whole oats)

How to Cook Oatmeal in Microwave

• Make sure you’re using old fashioned rolled oats or whole oats. We love the Bob’s Red Mill brand of Old Fashioned Rolled Oats.
• Every microwave has a different power level, so make sure your microwave is set at the default “high” power.
• Don’t forget to add a bit of salt. This really brings out the flavor of the oatmeal.
• Use a bowl that is a little deeper or bigger than the amount of oatmeal you are cooking. This will allow more room for the oatmeal to expand and become fluffy.
• Add a little milk at the end of the oatmeal is still a little dry. Leaving oatmeal covered while still hot with a microwave safe plate or cover will help the oatmeal soak up excess moisture and become fluffy.
• All recipe details are in the recipe box below.

Microwave Easy Oatmeal with Old-Fashioned Oats

Yield: 1 serving

Prep Time: 2 mins

Cook Time: 4 mins

Total Time: 6 mins

This is for Old Fashioned Whole Grain Rolled Oats (different brands will use some variation of that – Rolled Oats, Old Fashioned Oats, Whole Oats, etc.) Do not use Instant or Quick Oats. They will cook mushy using this technique.

All microwaves cook differently even if they are of the same size and wattage. You might need to adjust your cooking time. After you cooked your first batch, you’ll know what time is best for your specific microwave and personal taste.

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Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (40 g) rolled oats (old fashioned oats)
• 3/4 cup (180 ml) water
• pinch salt

Topping Ideas

• Brown Sugar
• Honey
• Fresh or Dried Berries
• Honey
• Milk

Equipment

• Microwave
• Microwave safe Glass or Ceramic Bowl

Instructions 

• Add the oats, water, and salt in a microwave safe bowl. Stir to combine.
  
• Microwave on High for 2 minutes. Let stand for another 2 minutes (if you need to remove the bowl from the microwave while it it standing – cover to allow the steam to continue cooking). Stir to fluff the oatmeal. If the oats are drier then you prefer, add a tablespoon of water or so and microwave for another 30 seconds.
  
• Finish with any desired toppings.
  

Notes

Refer to Your Microwave Manual for Safety & Cooking Guidelines

General microwave cooking time notes:

• 600-800w – Lower Wattage Microwaves: More time often needed
• 900-1100w – Average Wattage Microwaves
• 1200-1300w – High Wattage Microwaves: Less time often needed

Microwave Safe Containers & Lids

• Microwave safe glass (particularly borosilicate glass) & ceramic containers are the recommended choice. *Do not use cracked or otherwise damaged containers.
• Microwave safe plastic containers are considered safe by the FDA but many health organizations caution against using them. 
• Never use plastics (containers, bags, wrap, etc.) that are not labeled microwave safe. Never use styrofoam, metal, or aluminum foil. 
• Lids – microwave safe glass, ceramic or silicone is best. A microwave safe plate works great as a lid. Parchment paper, wax paper, or paper towels work fine, but may not hold the steam in as much (many recipes benefits from the steam retention). Microwave safe plastic lids are considered acceptable. Usually we prefer to use a lid from glass, ceramic, or silicone and just use the microwave safe plastic lids that come with the containers for storing. 

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Nutrition

Calories: 154kcal, Carbohydrates: 27g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 3g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 11mg, Potassium: 147mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 1g, Calcium: 26mg, Iron: 2mg

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 154