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    Home » Breakfast » Healthy Gluten Free Oatmeal Toppings

    Healthy Gluten Free Oatmeal Toppings

    Published: Mar 28, 2020 Modified: Apr 14, 2020 by Karen Kelly This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Oats are a nutrient-dense and filling way to start your day.  They can be made quickly and easily in the microwave and topped with lots of healthy toppings.  Put together some of your favorite topping combos and eat oatmeal with me!  {gluten free}

    healthy oatmeal toppings with a bowl of oatmeal

    Breakfast is the first chance you have to start the day off right and get nutrition to fuel your body, mind, and soul for an entire day. Sounds hokey but it's true.  Oats are a satisfying and filling healthy grain that will keep you full until lunch.  (I also think making your bed first thing sets you off on the right foot.  Do you guys make your bed every day?)

    So let's get our day started off right, shall we?  First, make your bed, then eat your oats!  🥰

    lots of healthy oatmeal toppings like fruit, nuts, chocolate chips

    Are oats gluten free?  Yes, they are if you buy the certified gluten free version so make sure you read the fine print on the packages.  I prefer Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Oats.  

    Jump to:
    • Health benefits of oats (USDA)
    • Instructions
    • The ultimate list of healthy oatmeal toppings
    • Overnight oats recipes
    • Oatmeal in the Microwave

    Oatmeal can be tricky for people who have celiac disease because they are often made in plants that process other gluten-containing grains.  If you just have gluten intolerance you can usually handle oatmeal with no problems.  If you have celiac disease make sure you get certified gluten free oats. 

    best oatmeal toppings with a container of milk on side

    Health benefits of oats (USDA)

    • ½ cup of oats contains 150 calories
    • 5 grams of protein
    • 2.5 grams of fat
    • 4 grams of fiber (soluble fiber can help reduce cholesterol)
    • 1 gram of sugar
    • contains manganese, phosphorous and magnesium
    • contains vitamin B and antioxidants
    healthy oatmeal toppings in a bowl with two hands

    Instructions

    I prefer making my oatmeal in the microwave because it's fast and produces a nice consistency. 

    • Add ½ cup gluten free instant oats to a bowl with about ½-3/4 a cup of water and a dash of salt. (Don't skip the salt it makes it so tasty!)
    • Cook for 1 minute in the microwave and stir.
    • I like to add Califia plain almond milk until I get my desired consistency.
    • Then... the BEST part... the toppings! 

    If you prefer, you can easily meal prep these by making a double or triple batch and storing them in glass jars.  In the morning, pull them out of the refrigerator and top with all the goodness.  I like to eat mine chilled but you could also take the chill off by heating in the microwave for 30 seconds.

    lots of healthy oatmeal toppings with a hand picking up a raspberry

    The ultimate list of healthy oatmeal toppings

    • pistachios
    • almonds
    • peanuts
    • pecans
    • walnuts
    • macadamia nuts
    • raspberries
    • blueberries
    • strawberries
    • blackberries
    • pomegranate arils
    • fresh or frozen cherries
    • banana slices
    • chopped apples
    • chopped pears
    • chopped peaches
    • cranberries
    • raisins
    • dried apricots (watch the sugar content on dried fruits)
    • dried apples
    • dried blueberries
    • flaked or shredded coconut
    • almond butter (melt in the microwave for 30 seconds and drizzle over top)
    • peanut butter
    • cashew butter
    • pumpkin seeds
    • flaxseeds
    • chia seeds 
    • hemp seeds
    • sesame seeds
    • sunflower seeds
    • yogurt
    • cottage cheese
    • cocoa powder
    • spices - cinnamon, nutmeg
    • drizzle of honey
    • a drizzle of maple syrup
    • protein powder

    Overnight oats recipes

    • Healthy Overnight Oats
    • Cranberry Chocolate Overnight Oats
    • Apple Pie Overnight Oats
    • Overnight Pumpkin Oats with Chocolate
    • Overnight Chocolate Protein Oatmeal Bowl

    Oatmeal in the Microwave

    Oats are a nutrient-dense and filling way to start your day.  They can be made quickly and easily in the microwave and topped with lots of healthy toppings.  Put together some of your favorite topping combos and eat oatmeal with me!  {gluten free}
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Keyword: healthy gluten free oatmeal toppings
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 minute
    Total Time: 6 minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 83kcal
    Author: Karen Kelly

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup gluten free quick cooking oatmeal
    • ½-3/4 cup water
    • dash of salt
    • toppings

    Instructions

    • Put oatmeal in a bowl and add water and salt. Sometimes I use ¾ cup of water for a thicker version, plus I like to add almond milk afterwards and that thins it out.
    • Cook in microwave for one minute.
    • Stir and add almond milk and toppings.

    Notes

    Nutrition values are without toppings.
    Use ¾ to 1 cup of water with your oatmeal. Add more or less according to how thick or thin you want your oatmeal.  I prefer mine thick, then I add almond milk afterward.
    If you are gluten free, be sure to get certified gluten free oats and chocolate chips.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 82mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg
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    About Karen Kelly

    Hi, I'm Karen Kelly a certified health coach. At Seasonal Cravings, you will find wholesome gluten free recipes and healthy lifestyle tips.

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