Cinnamon-Toasted Oats

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This quick toasted oats recipe is a lower-sugar alternative to granola. Serve it on top of yogurt with sliced fresh or frozen berries. You can double the recipe easily--just be sure to use a large skillet.

Joyce Hendley, M.S.
Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Summer 2020

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Recipe Summary

active:
10 mins
total:
30 mins
Servings:
2

Nutrition Profile:

Nutrition Info
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Ingredients

Directions

  • Heat oil and butter in a small nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add oats and stir to coat. Sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg; continue cooking and stirring until the oats are light golden brown, about 4 minutes.

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  • Remove from heat; sprinkle with brown sugar and stir evenly to coat. Spread out on a plate to cool completely before serving or refrigerating in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Tips

To make ahead: Refrigerate in a covered, airtight container for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
1/4 cup
Per Serving:
140 calories; protein 2.5g; carbohydrates 15.3g; dietary fiber 2.2g; sugars 2g; fat 8.1g; saturated fat 1.8g; cholesterol 5.1mg; vitamin a iu 60.2IU; folate 9.9mcg; calcium 15.2mg; iron 0.8mg; magnesium 20.5mg; potassium 79.2mg; sodium 0.7mg; added sugar 1.5g.
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