McDonald's Debuts Yummy Oatmeal + Giveaway

A registered dietitian, standing, talks to us about McDonald's Fruit & Maple Oatmeal
at my Breakfast Club event.

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When I think of McDonald's, I don't usually think about oatmeal. Happy Meals? Yes. Big Macs? Yes. But a low-calorie, fruit-filled snack? Not so much.

So when the company invited me to host a complimentary "Breakfast Club" (full disclosure: for which I would also be compensated), I was intrigued. I also wanted to hear what a dietitian, who would be on hand, would have to say about this new, healthy menu item.

Plus, when am I not hungry?

So I invited several friends in the area and asked them to stop by a Westside Mickey D's and try the new Fruit & Maple Oatmeal alongside CC and me.

And I have to say, judging from all the reactions around me, my friends and CC were impressed -- and a little surprised.


McDonald's Fruit & Maple Oatmeal blends 100% whole-grain oats with optional brown sugar and light cream with a topping of crunchy diced apples and a tangy cranberry-raisin mix. Total calories: 290 with brown sugar and 260 without. Total cost: $1.99 plus tax.

While Monica, the dietitian, said this alone did not make up a complete meal, the oatmeal did make for a healthy between-meal snack. Adding that our bodies like to get nutrients every four hours or so, Monica also noted that a grain-and-fruit-filled item was a good one to choose.

Enter a little tub of oatmeal. A tasty tub of oatmeal at that.

I really liked the warm, slightly sweet oatmeal with a burst of crunchy, fruity flavor on top. I'm not usually a warm-raisin fan, but the mixture really worked for me. The tart apples really sold me. Plus, the size was right. Not too big and not too small.

To be perfectly honest, I'd opt for it again. In fact, I already have.

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Photo credit: Jon Didier /McDonald's

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