Who will notice the difference?

Families having breakfast together on several mornings

You want to bring enough oats, portion them yourself and keep your dry supplies properly sealed.

Campers who want to portion out servings quickly

You’d rather not weigh out portions and prefer individual sachets. Just check that the preparation instructions suit your camping kitchen.

Families who need to check allergens or gluten

Check the latest ingredients and allergen information before buying. Regular oats are not automatically suitable for people with coeliac disease.

What should you look for?

Work out how many breakfasts you need to provide and whether measuring out portions yourself is practical. Then check the preparation instructions, how to store any additions and whether there are any dietary requirements to consider.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Quantity Compare the net weight with the number of portions and the serving size shown on the packaging. With a large bag, you’ll need to measure out portions yourself. When we’re having breakfast together for several mornings, I want to know in advance whether one pack will be enough. Having enough for the family is the top priority for around 36% of consumers.
Easy portioning Check how many sachets the pack contains and how many grams are in each one; a sachet isn’t necessarily the same size as a portion of loose oats. On busy mornings, I want to be able to give everyone a measured portion. Easy portioning is the top priority for around 29% of consumers.
Preparation and storage Check whether you’ll need a pan or microwave, and water or milk. If you’re taking perishable additions, make sure you can keep them chilled enough. Without a fully equipped kitchen, I want to be able to make breakfast with what I’ve brought along. The available cooking and cooling facilities are the main consideration for around 21% of consumers.
Allergens and gluten Check the latest ingredients and allergen information and, if gluten-free is essential, look for the relevant statement on the packaging. If someone in the family needs to avoid certain grains, I want to be able to check whether the product is suitable before we eat. This check is the top priority for around 14% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a large bag contains instant portions

    A pack containing lots of oats isn’t automatically portioned out for each person or suitable for preparing without cooking.

    Read the preparation instructions and check the serving size. Make sure you have the pan or microwave and liquid you’ll need.

  • Storing dairy products like dry oats

    Dry oats and perishable additions need to be stored differently.

    Store oats in a cool, dry, dark place in a well-sealed container. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises keeping perishable foods in a properly chilled cool box for no more than one day when camping.

  • Assuming regular oats are gluten-free

    The ingredients and allergen information for oat products may also mention other grains or the possibility of their presence.

    Check the latest packaging. For people with coeliac disease, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises looking for the official Crossed Grain quality mark on oat products.

Brands compared

Jumbo

The Jumbo wholegrain oats pack reviewed contains 1 kg and states that it provides 25 portions.

  • The pack gives you a base to measure out for several breakfasts together.
  • You’ll need to portion it out yourself; the preparation instructions call for cooking with milk or a plant-based alternative.

Quaker

The products reviewed include a 600 g pack of loose oats and individual Oats Express portion sachets.

  • The 600 g pack states that it provides 15 portions of 40 g; Oats Express contains 12 pre-measured sachets.
  • For Oats Express, check the latest allergen information and what equipment you’ll need to prepare it.

Brinta

According to its product page, the 450 g Brinta Oatmeal reviewed contains extra-fine oat flakes and provides 11 portions.

  • You can decide how much to use from the unportioned pack.
  • The product information mentions possible traces of wheat and rye; check the latest packaging if this affects your choice.

Albert Heijn

The AH Wholegrain Oats Fine Flakes pack reviewed contains 500 g and states that it provides 13 portions.

  • The product page gives a serving size of 40 g and says to cook the oats for one minute after bringing them back to the boil.
  • You’ll need to measure out the portions yourself. If you have relevant allergies, check the latest information about the possible presence of other grains.

Portion sachets for camping breakfasts at Joybuy

This product is suited to breakfasts where you want to portion out oats for each person without weighing them, and have a pan or microwave for heating them.

Quaker Express Oatmeal, 324 g pack

Quaker Express Oatmeal 324 g

A handy option if you want to serve each family member a portion at the campsite without weighing out loose oats.

The pack contains 12 individual portion sachets. You’ll need a pan or microwave for the two-minute hot preparation described.

Check the latest ingredients and allergen information before use, especially if anyone needs to avoid certain grains or soya.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I work out how much oats to bring?

Multiply the number of breakfasts planned by the number of people eating, and use the serving size on your chosen pack as a guide. For example, the 1 kg Jumbo pack reviewed states that it provides 25 portions of 40 g; adjust the quantity if family members prefer different-sized servings.

Can you use portion sachets without cooking facilities?

Not for the hot preparation described for Quaker Oats Express: you’ll need milk and a pan or microwave. Check the preparation instructions for your chosen variety before packing your camping kitchen.

Can you take dry oats without a fridge?

Yes. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says you can store dry oats in a cool, dry, dark place in a well-sealed container. Perishable additions such as milk and yoghurt need to be stored differently; when camping, the Centre advises keeping them in a properly chilled cool box for no more than one day.

Are regular oats suitable for people with coeliac disease?

Not automatically. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that people with coeliac disease should look for the official Crossed Grain quality mark on oat products. You should also check the latest ingredients and allergen information on the packaging.

Can you keep cooked porridge for the next day of your camping trip?

Only if you can chill and store it under suitable conditions. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says unsweetened porridge made with whole milk will keep for three to five days in a fridge at 4 °C; this guidance doesn’t apply if you don’t have a reliable fridge.