We thought we would share an oatmeal recipe we like to use for trail breakfasts. It is easy, delicious, healthful, and filling. This recipe is super versatile, as you can add or delete ingredients and play with proportions. We hope you enjoy!

Trail Oatmeal

Combine the following (When testing it out at home, feel free to put into a bowl. If bringing on the trail, we use “snack size” ziplock bags):

  • 1/2 cup quick oats
  • 1/2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1/2 tbsp ground flax seed
  • 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp dry milk
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • large pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup dried fruit
  • handful of nuts (we like chopped walnuts or pecans)

When you’re ready to feast, add hot water (from a tea kettle at home, or stove system on the trail) until all ingredients are just submerged (if you don’t like your oatmeal thick, you may want to add more water). Stir, cover, let sit for a couple minutes and then enjoy!

We hope this recipe adds some pizzazz to your trail menu! If you don’t have a trail menu already and would like to learn more about meal planning on extended backpacking trips, consider joining one of our guided, overnight trips this fall. Hiawatha Hiking Company provides all meals/snacks/desserts(!), but if you are interested in learning how to meal plan, we are happy to provide guidance. We also provide snacks and hot beverages on our sunset hikes. Please contact us to learn more.

Happy trails and treats,
Carolyn and Domonick