Step 1

Pulse 1 cup of the oats into oat flour. Place 1 cup of the oats in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the blade attachment or small spice grinder and pulse until the texture of cornmeal. This oat flour will help thicken and make the instant oatmeal creamy. Transfer to a large bowl.

Step 2

Combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. Add the remaining oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt, and stir to combine.

Step 3

Divide the oat mixture into 8 (1/2-cup) servings. Divide the oat mixture into 8 jars or other lidded containers such as disposable coffee cups (1/2 cup in each). Add any optional toppings to each jar.

Step 4

Seal and store. Cover the jars and store at room temperature until ready to use.

Step 5

To serve. When ready to serve, add 1/2 cup of boiling water to each jar. Stir to combine, cover again, and let sit for 5 minutes.