Instant oatmeal is easy enough to make, but doesn’t keep me fueled for very long, so I make my own oatmeal mix with almonds, chia seeds and coconut milk powder for protein.

This recipe is from our cookbook “Memorable Backcountry Meals: 44 Recipes Worth Making”
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Ingredients

Makes 1 serving

• 1/2 cup whole rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons coconut milk powder
• 2 teaspoons chia seeds
• 2 teaspoons organic cane sugar (vary the amount based on your preference)
• 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
• 2 tablespoons freeze-dried berries
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla powder
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil

At Home

Combine all ingredients (except coconut oil) in a plastic bag or vacuum seal for longer storage capability. Package coconut oil separately. I like to buy packets from Trader Joe’s.

At Camp

• add 1/2 cup of water to a backpacking stove
• add all ingredients to the pan
• bring to a boil
• simmer for 2 minutes, stirring often
• turn off fuel
• add coconut oil, stir and cover
• let sit for 5 minutes