Made with nutritious ingredients including rolled oats, raisins, and milk, this Oatmeal with Raisins is ready in minutes. Plus, it’s delicious and high in fiber.
I love how easy it is to transform an apple and rolled oats into this delicious breakfast to share with the kids. It’s naturally sweet from the fruit, easy to vary to add more nutrition or flavor, and is so easy to make—and reheat.
This recipe comes together in less than 10 minutes, is a perfect texture for a baby or toddler, and is satisfying enough for the adults in the house.
You can make it with any type of milk you enjoy and sprinkle on finely chopped nuts or seeds. It’s versatile and yummy.
Why This Recipe Works
This simple one-pot oatmeal is ready in under 15 minutes and is a nutritious—and delicious—blend of nutritious ingredients. Plus, it reheats well so it’s great for meal prep.
(You may also like my Oatmeal Bars, Baby Oatmeal, Chia Seed Oatmeal, Carrot Cake Oatmeal, and Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal.)
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Ingredients You Need
To make this Oatmeal with Raisins for a toddler breakfast or family breakfast, you’ll need to have the following ingredients on hand and ready to go.
- Rolled oats: These are also called “old-fashioned oats” at the store and are sold in the cereal aisle.
- Raisins: You can use regular or golden raisins in this oatmeal—or another dried fruit like cranberries or cherries.
- Cinnamon and vanilla extract: These ingredients complement the apple flavor nicely.
- Milk: I use whole milk, but any type of milk will work here, including nondairy options.
TIP: You can make this gluten-free with certified gluten-free rolled oats and dairy-free if you opt for nondairy milk.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Here’s a look at how to make this simple Oatmeal with Raisins and the process involved. Scroll down to the bottom of the post for the full recipe, including the amounts and timing.
Step 1. Heat water in a pot and add the raisins, oats, and spices.
Step 2. Cook, stirring often, until the oats are softened and the water is absorbed.
Step 3. Remove from heat.
Step 4. Stir in the milk, add optional toppings, and serve warm.
TIP: This is easy to reheat, so you can make a big batch and serve it throughout the week if you want.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brown sugar, maple syrup, or honey (for kids over age 1) to add a little more sweetness. Milk, nut or seed butter, hemp seeds, finely chopped nuts, or yogurt to add protein. Or cinnamon to make it cinnamon-raisin oatmeal.
Yes, just reduce the amount of water when you add the oats and spices to the pot on the stove and cook to desired consistency.
Add to a heat-safe bowl and add a splash of milk or water, then warm for 15-30 seconds in the microwave. Stir and heat more as desired.
How to Store
To store, place leftover Oatmeal with Raisins into an airtight container in the fridge and then warm individual servings as needed for about 30 seconds in the microwave.
Best Tips for Success
- Lower the heat and add a little additional liquid if the oatmeal sticks to the pan at any point.
- Top with protein-rich nut or seed butter.
- Stir in hemp seeds, flax seeds, or chia seeds to add fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
- An older baby eating finger foods can eat this with their hands. A kiddo learning to use a spoon can be handed preloaded spoons so they can feed themselves with your help.
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Easy Oatmeal with Raisins
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup raisins
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- Optional toppings: nut or seed butter, honey, hemp seeds, chia seeds
Instructions
- Heat 3 cups water in a medium pot over high heat.
- When it's almost about to boil, lower to medium low and add all ingredients except the milk and optional toppings.
- Cook, stirring often, until the oats are softened and the water is absorbed, about 6 minutes.
- Put the lid on, remove from heat, and let sit for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the milk, add optional toppings, and serve warm.
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Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Warm through to serve, adding more milk.
- If you need to cook gluten-free, simply choose certified gluten-free rolled oats.
- Lower the heat and add a little additional liquid if the oatmeal sticks to the pan at any point.
- Stir in hemp seeds, flax seeds, or chia seeds to add fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
- An older baby eating finger foods can eat this with their hands. A kiddo learning to use a spoon can be handed preloaded spoons so they can feed themselves with your help.
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