How to Make Backpacking Oatmeal - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to backpacking, finding easy and nutritious meals to fuel your adventures is essential. Oatmeal is a classic backpacking go-to, as it is lightweight, easy to prepare, and packed with energy-boosting carbohydrates. Whether you're hitting the trail for a day or embarking on a multi-day journey, backpacking oatmeal is a satisfying and comforting meal that can be customized to suit your taste preferences.

Backpacking oatmeal is not only convenient and delicious, but it also ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup instant oats
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
  • 4 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons powdered peanut butter (such as PB2)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 (1.2 ounce) package peanut butter (such as Justin's)

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 2

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

    389 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 283mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 258mg
    • Iron: 14mg
    • Potassium: 340mg