Backpacking Oatmeal

Going biking or backpacking? This oatmeal features a hearty mix of oats, nuts, and seeds that will keep you energized while expending all that energy.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 389 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 cups water
• 4 teaspoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1 cup instant oats
• 2 teaspoons powdered peanut butter (such as PB2®)
• 0.5 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 (1.2 ounce) package peanut butter (such as Justin's®)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine oats, chia seeds, almonds, brown sugar, powdered peanut butter, cinnamon, cocoa powder, and salt in a zip-top sandwich bag before your trip.

Step 2

When ready to cook, bring water to a boil in a pot. Pour oatmeal mixture into the pot and briefly stir. Remove from the heat. Cover until water is fully absorbed, about 5 minutes. Stir in peanut butter.