Baked Oatmeal In An Instant
So, I’m sort of obsessed with my breakfast creation this morning.
Quaker sent me a ton of instant oatmeal for their Create Your Day campaign, so I’ve been trying to think of ways to incorporate the instant stuff into my diet. Don’t get me wrong, I love ALL types of oatmeal– I just know that the old-fashioned variety is a more nutritious option.
So, I present to you my “Baked” Pumpkin Oatmeal! 
Ingredients:
- 1 packet of Maple Brown Sugar instant oatmeal
- 1/4 cup canned pumpkin
- 1/4 cup liquid egg whites
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
Directions:
- Combine all ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl; mix well
- Cook in microwave for 2 minutes
- Allow to cool before enjoying
The end result was a warm, sweet, cake-like oatmeal. I’m pretty sure the rest of my instant oatmeal will turn into “baked” oatmeal! It’s really good! 
I’m heading downtown to Healthworks for one of my favorite workouts. (Physique 57 should definitely be added to the list!!! I’m SO SORE today!)
What’s your favorite workout?
Enjoy your Saturday! 
Posted by: Tina 68 comments
Posted in: recipe
Tags: Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal, Create Your Day, Healthworks, instant oatmeal, Quaker Oats
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 8:57 am
yum – looks like a giant, healthy oatmeal cookie! Now I know what to do with my excess of instant oats, too
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 8:59 am
Where did you get that ramekin and how big is it? I’m still “putting together my kitchen” since we had nothing when we got married
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:06 am
Sounds like a good breakfast. My Favorite workout… if I can’t get out for a good 40+ mile bike ride is double spin class. I am actually headed to the gym myself for a fun back to back spin classes. Enjoy your workout!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:06 am
That looks great! My favorite workout is any kind of fuctional work or plyometrics…looove it.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:07 am
My favorite workouts would have to be yoga class and spinning class. I hate running, but have to do it since its part of my job (Air Force). Lately, I have also been supplementing with the P90X workouts.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:15 am
Looks delicious!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:18 am
Yum!!! Looks like an oats souffle!!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:20 am
I love treadmill work outs that switch it up every minute! I’m not a huge fan of weights but I’m trying to like it more and more
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:21 am
Today would have been a perfect day here for baked oatmeal! Cold and rainy! I’m pretty much addicted to the body combat class at my gym. It’s a mix of kick boxing and martial arts. You literally don’t stop punching, kicking, and jabbing the entire hour. Ahhhmazing
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:21 am
Yummy looking breakfast!
My favorite workout is Bikram Yoga! The feeling after a class is incredible!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:27 am
My favorite workouts are Body Combat and Body Pump! I love the high intensity, strength, and energy of Combat, and the muscle fatigue of Pump. Woooo!
I would think the baked oatmeal would work with non-instant oats as well, right?
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:28 am
Favorite workout: (other than running) Plyometrics – they are so hard! – Especially the Burpee.. and I love boxing!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:41 am
My fav workouts are anything with my trainer. He always changes it up and makes it fun!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:44 am
The baked oatmeal is a great idea; I just might have to try that.
I’m a HUGE fan of the Les Mills program: Body Pump, Body Attack and Body Combat. It’s hard to pick a favorite because I like them all differently.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:45 am
Delicious breakfast! I was debating making my favorite baked oatmeal recipe this morning.
My favorite workout would have to be running. It allows me to clear my mind and get in a good sweat. But I also love a challenging weight session that leaves you sore the next day. I oddly love that feeling, probably because it means my body is being challenged.
Enjoy your Saturday!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:49 am
Your baked pumpkin oats look so good! I already had my breakfast but I know what’s on the menu for tomorrow morning
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I love your recipes, thank you for sharing!!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:51 am
That looks so awesome! My favorite right now is probably power yoga or running outside (on a nice day).
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:52 am
What a great use of instant oatmeal! That looks awesome
Depending on my mood, my favorite workouts vary from being a hard core strength routine to an awesome HIIT treadmill run!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:53 am
I like to run for cardio but I also love Total Body Conditioning at my gym- cardio and strength training in one class
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:58 am
i might make that oatmeal right… now.
my favorite workout is hot yoga for sure. it’s the first “workout” i’ve ever done because i love it and and it makes me feel good. not because i want to lose weight.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:58 am
My favorite workout is running! 8 miles is my go-to distance.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 10:05 am
Oh my gosh, that looks absolutely incredible!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 10:15 am
Oh yum, such a good idea!! I actually have tons of instant stuff in the pantry that needs to be used (used to eat it before I discovered the goodness that is Old Fashioned Oats) and I might just have to try that technique!!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 10:16 am
Physique 57 is incredible!! Im in pretty good shape already but since I’ve started doing those dvds, my body is totally changing!! I can totally understand being sore!! Your breakfast looks delish by the way
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 10:27 am
Would this not work at all with regular slow oats? It looks so tasty but I don’t have any instant
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 10:37 am
This looks so good! I’ve been checking out your meals for the last few days,and I am really loving this one. I always have a lot of instant oatmeal around during the winter, but by the time spring comes, it gets pretty boring. I’m really excited to try this as I love pumpkin! I can’t wait to see what other baked oatmeal treats you try….
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 10:39 am
I LOVE boxing. Love it!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 10:59 am
Sounds fantastic!!! I really like kickboxing, spin, and pilates!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 11:06 am
My favorite workouts are probably yoga and pilates! I love how they tone my body! I also LOVE the 30 day shred and I’m beginning to love running. I used to do spinning but haven’t been in a while. You can add that to the top of the list too!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 11:08 am
What a great recipe! I just ended up with a bunch of instant oatmeal that I picked up for a which travel snack, but I’m usually so much more fond of stovetop. This is a perfect solution. Thanks!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 11:13 am
I’ve been baking my oatmeal in the oven and it turns out delish! It is more time consuming, but so worth it! Since I’m a runner, my favorite workout is running! Ha!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 11:13 am
I love 24 Lift, which I sounds pretty similar to Body Pump. My favorite part of it, is you really work every single muscle and that hour class flies by!!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 11:20 am
I have to try this baked oatmeal thing. I have a TON of instant oatmeal at home.
My favorite workout? A solid run, especially outside. There is nothing like the high after accomplishing it.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 11:21 am
i can’t remember the name, but i used to take a step/weights/body pump type class (it changed daily) at the gym I used to train at. it was so fun to workout with my clients and just have fun! plus, it was totally killer and i went home sore every time
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 11:33 am
Baked pumpkin oatmeal looks awesome!!!
As for my favorite workout: an good run around the Eiffel Tower by sunrise! The view is just too beautiful…
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 11:41 am
My favorite workout would probably be skiing… it doesn’t seem like a workout since it’s so fun.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 11:43 am
My favorite workout is either pilates, which I just started doing this year, or the stationary bike. Both are relaxing & good workouts for me
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 11:43 am
My mom just bought a box of instant oatmeal with all those yummy flavors but I haven’t tried them yet! So thanks for the recipes- keep em coming!
I used the regular oats for oatmeal last week and they work yuckkk! So I am excited to try the instant! I hope it will be better!
Jenna
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 11:44 am
I am obsessed with Body Pump and Body Combat. LOVE THEM! I am trying a new class today Obsidian. I hear I won’t be able to walk or move for 4 days..ha! Wish me luck:)
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 11:45 am
Oatmeal suggestion:I know some people like to put oatmeal in their smoothies. Favorite workout: Hiking!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 11:53 am
I have been doing the P90X videos with a friend and I’m really enjoying them.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 11:57 am
WOW that looks SOOOOO good!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 12:04 pm
Oh yum. Baked oatmeal is always great.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 12:16 pm
This is a good idea! I’ve seen a lot of baked oatmeal recipes that require the oven and a lot of time…and I’m impatient
My favorite work-out would have to be running
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 12:16 pm
My favorite workouts are running!! Marathoner at heart I guess. I HATE to lift weights but I do it twice a week every week because I know it is good for me!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 12:39 pm
Oatmeal packets are good for pancakes. I’ve used the weight control kind, but I’m sure any would work. Mix oatmeal packet, 1/4c plain yogurt, 2 egg whites, 1/8 tsp baking powder and soda.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 12:41 pm
Oh, the friend I’m staying with has so much instant oatmeal in her house, and I really want to try this… but we’re snowed in and she doesn’t have any canned pumpkin. Boo!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
My favorite kind of workout is the functional training ones they put me through at Physical therapy. I always got a great run in and was pouring buckets with all the full body moves. I try to do them on my own at the gym but I’m not as good at the order.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 1:00 pm
That looks delicious! I have some oatmeal packets lying around here, too, and normally just use them for when I need to eat breakfast at my desk – but I might have to try this! Enjoy your Saturday.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 1:10 pm
What’s my favorite workout?
For cardio, I love my Zumba class. It fills my need to dance. I can see the people working out on the treadmills and elipticals through one of the gym windows during Zumba and I always feel sorry for them. They could be getting a similar workout that’s so much fun if they joined us in the gym.
For strength and flexibility nothing beats a good Yoga session.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 1:15 pm
Way to get creative with instant oatmeal. I’m off to my gym for a spin class this morning. Already super sore from yoga, ahhh.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 1:39 pm
oooh, the addition of baking powder is so smart! i am jealous you get to head to the gym: i walked to mine today and beacuse of the snow BOTH of the schools gyms are closed
guess im going for a way…
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 1:51 pm
I have all those things in my house!!!! I’m snowed in and I can still make that!!!!!! SWEET!!!!!!!!!!!!
My favorite workout…currently is The Firm: Power Yoga. I just discovered it on Wednesday…so…yeah.
But I got to do yoga and relax…but was also sore the next day in places I usually can’t work!!! (Obliques) so that ROCKED!!!!!!!
All-time faves are running…and also 10 Min Solutions Kickboxing. That one is great for bad days.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 2:00 pm
I absolutely love oatmeal and oats, and they are so good for you too!
I have a wonderful recipe for oatmeal stuffing for turkey and I adore oatcakes with cheese, as well as porridge and haggis!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 2:14 pm
Wow, Tina, that baked pumpkin oatmeal looks AMAZING! I’m definitely going to try it – thanks for posting!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 2:23 pm
Hi Tina! I’m new to the blog world and just wanted to say your blog is one of my favs! Your baked oatmeal looks so delish
As for favorite workouts, I would say spinning or running.
I hope you’ll check out my new blog which documents my training for my first half marathon. Have a great weekend!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 2:47 pm
I JUST made this…..so good!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 3:37 pm
Your baked oats look great, I had some this morning too.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 3:53 pm
I have to tell you, I love all your recipes and I make a lot of them. I made a baked pumpkin oatmeal this morning, it was amazing, but it was more work than I want to do on a week day, I don’t have the time. I will be trying your baked oatmeal recipe during the week for sure! Thanks for always coming up with such great stuff!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 5:38 pm
My favorite workout is a long run. It helps me reduce stress and clear my mind. Next would be spinning with my favorite instructors, then total conditioning, barbell strength, and yoga when I can get it in.
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 6:13 pm
I would have to say running because it is convenient. You can do it at any time any where! I did try my first boxing class this morning. I was a bit weary at first thinking it may be 90 minutes of hell but it was amazing! Best $15 I have spent in a while, what a workout!!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:16 pm
Oooh this must taste like a bowl of pumpkin pie! YUM!
on Jan 30th, 2010 at 10:01 pm
what a great recipe! i love oatmeal and microwave recipes!
on Jan 31st, 2010 at 12:21 pm
Hi Tina! Is there a way I could make that oatmeal cake with regular oats (quick or rolled, I have both)? Thanks!
on Jan 31st, 2010 at 12:26 pm
That looks great. I actually made the 3-minute cookie with instant oatmeal (Cinnamon Spice), since it was all I had at the time. It worked out great and a lot quicker. Great for mornings, or days when you’re out of sugar, vanilla extract and other flavoring ingredients that NEED to be added to plain oats!
on Jan 31st, 2010 at 3:28 pm
What a great way to use up extra instant oatmeal! I have some left that probably won’t be used so this would be a great alternative.
on Feb 1st, 2010 at 10:56 am
Another great option for the instant stuff is muesli! If you haven’t ever tried it, I definitely recommend it. Actually, I am eating a bowl right now, as I type this…
Here is a simple post I did about it:
http://www.boymeetsfood.com/2009/09/muesli/
on Feb 7th, 2010 at 8:47 pm
We can’t get canned pumpkin in NZ – any suggestions for an easy replacement or could it be left out all together for this recipe? Help would be appreciated!!