Weight Watchers Cranberry Applesauce Oatmeal
Weight Watchers Applesauce Cranberry Oatmeal Breakfast Recipe with cinnamon. A quick and easy, healthy breakfast recipe, ready in 4 minutes.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup applesauce - unsweetened
- 3 tbsp oatmeal - uncooked
- ½ cup water
- 1 tbsp cranberries - dried
- ⅙ tsp cinnamon - ground
Instructions
- In a microwave safe bowl, add applesauce, oatmeal, water, cranberries, and cinnamon.
- Stir to mix
- Microwave for approx 1 to 2 minutes or until hot.
Notes
MyWW Points: 8 Blue Plan and 5 Green Plan
6 WW Freestyle and 5 Smart points
Tips and Tricks
Texture Control - For thicker oatmeal, reduce the water slightly. For a looser bowl, add 1 to 2 teaspoons more water after heating and stir. Even Heating - Stir halfway through the microwave time if your oven runs hot. This keeps the oatmeal from bubbling over and heats it evenly. Add-Ins That Work - Stir in a teaspoon of chopped nuts or a spoon of Greek yogurt after heating for extra body and a creamy finish. Make-Ahead Dry Mix - Pre-measure oatmeal, cranberries, and cinnamon into small containers. In the morning, add applesauce and water and microwave.How to Store and Reheat
Refrigerate - If you make extra, store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat - Transfer to a microwave-safe bowl, stir in 1 to 2 teaspoons of water or milk, and microwave 30–60 seconds until hot. Stir and adjust liquid as needed. Not Freezer-Friendly - The small batch and quick cook time make freezing unnecessary; the texture can turn grainy after thawing.Nutrition
Serving: 261gCalories: 111.3kcalCarbohydrates: 24.8gProtein: 2.2gFat: 1.1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 7mgFiber: 3.3gSugar: 11.9g
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