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    Homemade Oatmeal Cereal Powder for Babies and Toddlers | Oats Powder for Baby

    last updated: Jan 21, 2020 by Kalyani

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    HOMEMADE OAT CEREAL FOR BABIES

    Oatmeal/ oats is an ideal & versatile food for babies as its rich in fiber, protein & calcium also wholesome, easily digestible, less allergenic and it is an excellent food to offer when the baby is constipated as its rich in soluble fiber. Check here for more details on how and when to introduce oats to the baby, health benefits of oats, how to select and types of oats, etc.

    Ways to use this Homemade Oatmeal cereal mix powder for babies, toddlers, and kids

    • You can make instant Cerelac for your baby during travel, check the method of preparation given below in the next paragraph. Use only quick cooking oats to make this oatmeal powder for making instant oats cerelac.
    • Make porridge with water or milk. Check oats porridge recipe here with step by step instructions.
    • You can use this powder to make dosa, pancakes, muffins/cakes, etc.
    • Add ghee, powdered jaggery to this oatmeal cereal mix and make ladoos. Refer this poha ladoo recipe and replace poha with this oatmeal powder.
    • For babies above one year, you can add it to any milkshake. It tastes excellent!
    • Mix this oats powder with hot milk and offer as a breakfast cereal. Sure a healthy alternative to store bought corn flakes!

    How to use this oatmeal cereal mix powder during travel?

    In case of emergencies or during travel, make this powder with quick cooking oats. Store in an airtight container and pack for the trip. When required, Add two teaspoon of this powder in a bowl and add a cup of hot water/ boiled cow's milk(for babies above one year) to it. Close it with a lid and keep it undisturbed for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, open it, mix well and feed your baby. You could also add dates syrup, any fruit puree or mashed fruits to make it tastier!

    Now let's get onto check how to make oatmeal powder recipe for babies, toddlers, and kids.

    Homemade Oatmeal cereal recipe
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    Oatmeal Cereal Powder Recipe for Babies and Toddlers | Oats Powder for Baby

    4.50 from 2 votes
    Homemade oatmeal Cereal Mix - oats powder made with oats
    Course Baby Food
    Cuisine Indian
    Calories
    Author Kalyani

    Ingredients

    • Oats - 1 cup

    Instructions

    • Measure oats. Transfer the oats to a blender/mixer/food processor.
    • Grind the oats to a smooth powder. Transfer it to a plate and cool it down. Then store it in an airtight container.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g
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    Oats Powder for babies

    Method :

    1. Measure oats. Transfer the oats to a blender/mixer/food processor.
    OatMeal Cereal Powder for Babies step 1
    2. Grind the oats to a smooth powder. Transfer it to a plate and cool it down. Then store it in an airtight container.
    OatMeal Cereal Powder for Babies step 2

    Healthy homemade oatmeal cereal is ready!

    Notes :
    • This oats powder keeps well for two months if handled correctly.
    • Store this oats powder in a cool and dry place. Keep it in the refrigerator if the temperature is extremely hot.
    • You can grind it to a fine or coarse powder as per your preference.
    • Generally, oats don't cause any allergies, but check for symptoms and stop feeding your baby if you find any.
    • Any variety of oats can be used to make this oatmeal cereal.
    • Always check with your pediatrician before introducing any new food.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. vimalagopinath

      July 27, 2017 at 6:15 pm

      Can i use Horlicks oats to my baby..??

      Reply
      • gkfooddiary

        July 28, 2017 at 12:10 am

        Yes if it is less processed and no added sugar or flavours

        Reply
        • Neelam Sakhrani

          December 23, 2019 at 4:48 pm

          Can I make powder of roasted rolled oats n store it for my baby instead of quick oats

          Reply
          • Kalyani

            December 24, 2019 at 1:53 am

            yes you can use rolled oats

            Reply
    2. Sabb

      August 02, 2018 at 5:59 am

      Madam can I use steel cut oats fr making this ??because u hv told to use quick oats

      Reply
      • Kalyani

        August 02, 2018 at 6:21 am

        Yes you can use steel cut oats

        Reply
    3. Sabb

      August 06, 2018 at 5:25 am

      No need to dry roast the oats before grinding it in the mixer

      Reply
      • Kalyani

        August 06, 2018 at 5:51 am

        It's an optional step. You can do it if you wish.

        Reply
        • Nidhi

          December 07, 2018 at 4:09 am

          Will Dry roasting impact the nutritional value? I dry roast before feeding it to my baby

          Reply
          • Kalyani

            December 07, 2018 at 4:57 am

            I don't think it affects nutritional value. It just gives nutty flavor and aroma. You can skip roasting too.

            Reply
    4. Monisha

      June 17, 2019 at 1:49 pm

      4 stars
      which brand you are using and where to buy the oats? please share link.

      Thanks

      Reply
      • Kalyani

        June 18, 2019 at 4:52 am

        check this link for selecting oats for baby here: https://gkfooddiary.com/oats-baby-food-recipes-can-give-my-baby-oats/
        you can buy here: https://amzn.to/31DNprh

        Reply
    5. Neelam Sakhrani

      December 23, 2019 at 4:52 pm

      Is there need to roast rolled oats as it's cooking time is 15 mins ,how much time to cook porridge made from rolled oats

      Reply
      • Kalyani

        December 24, 2019 at 1:54 am

        roasted rolled oats may take at least 10 mins to cook

        Reply
    6. Shaista

      January 01, 2020 at 3:50 am

      Mam I prepare rice ND yellow mung daal cerelac for my son (he is 7 month old) can I mix oats powder with it ,can I give it together?? Plz reply

      Reply
      • Kalyani

        January 01, 2020 at 9:31 am

        yes you can mix oats powder

        Reply
    7. Deepika Maheshwari

      January 20, 2020 at 7:37 pm

      Can I use Quaker Oats for my 9 month old baby?

      Reply
      • Kalyani

        January 21, 2020 at 12:41 am

        yes if no added flavors

        Reply
    8. Jan

      May 29, 2020 at 9:35 am

      Can I jus add room temperature breastmilk to the powdered rolled oats without cooking it over the stove?

      Reply
      • Kalyani

        May 29, 2020 at 10:05 am

        rolled oats need cooking at least for 5 mins

        Reply
    9. PD

      June 08, 2020 at 8:58 pm

      5 stars
      Can I use oats flour instead of home made oatmeal cereal ? If yes, what time it will take to cook?

      Please reply...

      Reply
      • Kalyani

        June 08, 2020 at 10:40 pm

        yes, you can use oats flour. may take 5-7 mins

        Reply

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