Product Review: Quaker Real Medleys
21 May
A few weekends ago, as I was clipping coupons, I came across an offer for Quaker Real Medleys oatmeal. It’s no secret that I love oatmeal in the mornings, so I cut out the coupon & kept my eyes peeled for the new product to hit shelves at my local Target.
I finally spotted the pre-portioned oatmeal this week & chose the summer berry flavor to try first.
To make the oatmeal, I simply filled the cup with water & put it in the microwave for 45 seconds (you can also make it with boiling water). I gave the oatmeal a stir & took it with me to eat at work.
I was pleasantly surprised by the taste & texture of this product. It’s very different from other pre-packaged oatmeal I’ve had in the past. The summer berry flavor included multigrains, strawberries, raspberries, & blueberries.
Besides the fantastic taste, I liked that this oatmeal had a simple ingredient list—nothing in there that I can’t pronounce. 
My true test for this product was to see whether or not it kept me feeling full until lunch time. (I eat breakfast around 7:00AM & lunch around 11:00AM.) I pack my usual overnight oats with chia seeds, fruit, & nut butter to help keep my feeling satiated, but I was missing a few of those elements this morning. Happily, I didn’t experience any tummy grumbling & was perfectly content until lunch time.
I definitely want to try out the three other flavors – cherry pistachio, peach almond, & apple walnut.
If you’re like me & usually eat your breakfast on-the-go or at work, I definitely recommend giving this oatmeal a try!
Have you tried this product yet? Thoughts? Where do you typically eat your breakfast? I wish I had more time to enjoy a leisurely breakfast at home, but it’s just not feasible!
I tried the apple walnut one a couple weeks ago (also intrigued by the coupon, plus my grocery store doubles coupons up to $1) and it was delicious! Like you said, the texture is surprisingly good for instant. Most mornings I eat breakfast before work, but sometimes I’m running late and need something to eat when I get there. I grabbed another apple walnut, summer berry, and peach almond and stashed them in my desk. Thankfully I haven’t been running late recently, but I haven’t had an opportunity to try the other flavors yet that are sitting and waiting for me!
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Getting a few of these to keep at work is a great idea; although, I’m almost done for summer so I’ll have to remember that for NEXT school year!
I just heard about this oatmeal! I usually eat breakfast at home around 6am, and I’m so hungry by 11-12! This would be a great option to bring to work with me (or leave in my office) & just have a later breakfast! Then maybe I can sleep in a little more!
are they expensive without a coupon?
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I probably couldn’t make it 6 hours without eating! If I’m remembering correctly, they were $1.19 each at my Target.
Looks yummy! ….It would be a true test if it would keep me full till lunch as well.
I eat my breakfast at my desk while at school- same oats, greek yogurt, and chia to hold me over till lunch!
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I JUST bought a cup of this yesterday so I’m so happy you did this post. I’m planning on taking it with me this weekend for when I travel so it should be a great option.
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These are perfect for traveling!
Thanks for the review, Erica–I have been wanting to try these! Now I definitely will!
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Great post! I just saw these advertised over the weekend in the Sunday paper, and they looked great. Thank you for concentrating on the ingredient list too! I usually eat breakfast at home, but those days I’m running late, this would be great to eat keep in the classroom.
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Glad to hear you liked it! I got that one and the cherry pistachio at the store the other day!
Nikki recently posted..Field Trip
My husband picked out that one for himself! He hasn’t tried it yet though.
I just saw these at the store! Good to know they are actually satisfying and delicious because I have to admit I was a bit skepitcal. I dont know if they can compare to the justins peanut butter cups you showed the other day, but i guess for a go-to breakfast this sounds alright
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HMMMM the peach almond sounds delicious! I love oatmeal – always keeps me full for hours until lunch time.
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I have never tried this oatmeal before, but I can definitely see how it would be convenient for a girl on the go! I usually wake up about 20 minutes before I need to so that I can eat breakfast at home. It is annoying to wake up so early sometimes, but I find it relaxing to eat a yummy breakfast while watching the today show. My fav way to start my day!
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Yum, this looks good! I havent seen these yet at my grocery store, but I’ll have to to keep my eyes peeled for it. I try to eat breakfast at home, but I’d probably say about 25% of the time I’m running late and have to bring it to work with me. My coworkers always poke fun at me when I do though, so I prefer to eat it at home!
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I keep seeing coupons for those; now I will have to try it based on your review!
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The apple walnut is really good!!
I saw those at Target the other day but passed on picking one up. After reading your review I think I’m going to go back and pick one up
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I just bought the apple, berry, and peach ones at Target today! I can’t wait to try them! I’m glad you liked them!
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