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8 oz. mason jars are ideal for this recipe. The size is just right—half full with oats, and the remaining space perfectly fits your add-ins like nuts, seeds, and dried fruit.

What can you use instead of a mason jar for instant oat jars?

u003cbr/u003eIf you don’t have mason jars, you can easily use sandwich bags. Simply use a 1-cup measuring tool (8 oz.) to fill halfway with oats, then add your desired mix-ins. Carefully pour everything into the bag, remove excess air, and seal.

Can I add fresh fruit to my oat jars?

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Yes! Simply scale up the ingredients and portion them into airtight containers or mason jars. These oats will keep for up to 3 months in a cool, dry place.

Make Ahead Instant Oat Jars

Description

These Make-Ahead Instant Oat Jars are a quick, nutritious breakfast—just add boiling water for a warm, customizable oatmeal in minutes. Perfect for busy mornings and meal prep, they’re easy to store and ready when you are!

Ingredients

For Jar Assembly:

Quick oats (about ½ jar)
Freeze-dried fruit (about ¼ jar)
Nuts (about 1 tablespoon)
Seeds (about ½ tablespoon)
Optional: Coconut, peanut butter powder, cocoa powder, cinnamon (to taste)

For Preparing:

Boiling water (enough to cover the contents and create the right consistency)
Maple syrup or honey (optional, to sweeten after serving)

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Instructions

Assembly:

Layer quick oats, freeze-dried fruit, nuts, and seeds into an 8 oz. mason jar or airtight container. Add optional ingredients as desired. Seal the jar tightly and store in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.

Preparing:

When ready to eat, pour the contents of the jar into a bowl. Add boiling water and stir until fully combined. If the mixture is too thick, add more boiling water or a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.

Sweeten with maple syrup or honey if desired.

Notes

This is more of a concept than a strict recipe. Use ½ jar (4 oz) of quick oats, and feel free to customize the rest. Don’t like nuts? Skip them! Add as much or as little of the optional ingredients (like coconut, seeds, and sweeteners) as you prefer. Make it your own!

Flavor Inspiration:

Berry Almond Crunch: Freeze-dried blueberries, almonds, chia seeds, cinnamon, and maple syrup

Chocolate Peanut Butter: Cocoa powder, peanut butter powder, chocolate chips, and honey

Apple Cinnamon Pie: Freeze-dried apples, walnuts, cinnamon, and brown sugar

Tropical Sunrise: Freeze-dried mango, shredded coconut, cashews, and maple syrup

Banana Bread: Freeze-dried bananas, pecans, flaxseeds, cinnamon, and honey

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: No cooking required
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 Jar
Calories: 294
Sugar: 2.3 g
Sodium: 0.9 mg
Fat: 10.3 g
Carbohydrates: 37.9 g
Protein: 7.7 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg