Can I Eat Quaker Oats On The Slimming World Diet?

Porridge is a healthy breakfast to have, but not all of us have time in the morning to cook it, so ready porridge made on the go is a more convenient choice. 

Quakers are a popular choice of ready-made porridge to go for, but their packs do have syn values which have to be counted. The Quaker oats golden syrup pack has 6.5 syns for a 36g sachet, making it pretty high in syns. 

In our article below, we will cover all of Quaker's oats types and their syns below as well as how to use porridge as your Healthy Extra B and some lower syn ready-made porridge alternatives to Quaker. 

Let's get into it!

Are Quaker Oats High In Syns?

Quaker's ready-made oat packets are pretty high in syns due to the sugar and flavouring inside of them, most of the options are not under 5 syns so take up a fair amount of your daily syn allowance. 

For example, as we mentioned above their golden syrup pack has 6.5 syns while the bigger 50g version with the same flavour will set you back 9.5 syns in total. 

We will list all the different types of Quaker oats and their syn values below. 

• Quaker Oats Jumbo Whole Rolled Oats dried 25 g – 4.5 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Original 27g – 4.5 syns.
• Quaker Oats Jumbo Whole Rolled Oats, 40g – Can be used as Healthy Extra B or 7 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Honey & Almond 10 pack 33g – 6 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Coconut 33.3g – 6 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Sweet Cinnamon 33g– 6 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Honey & Vanilla 34g– 6 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Golden Syrup 36g – 6.5 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Apple & Blueberry 36g – 6.5 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Heaps of Fruit Apple & Cherry Porridge 36g – 6.5 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Heaps of Fruit Banana & Strawberry Porridge 35.5g – 6.5 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Protein Porridge, Original 8 pack 37.7g – 7 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Sultanas, Raisins, Cranberry & Apple 39g – 7 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Protein Porridge, Cinnamon 8 pack 46g – 8.5 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Pot Strawberry Jam 53g – 9.5 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Golden Syrup, Big Bowl, dried 8 pack 50g – 9.5 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Pot Multigrain, Fruit Muesli 57g – 10 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Heaps of Fruit Pot Apple & Cherry pot – 10.5 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Pot Apple & Blueberry pot – 10.5 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Pot Caramel 57g – 10.5 syns.
• Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Pot Sweet Cinnamon 57g – 10.5 syns.

Can I Have Oats As My Healthy Extra B?

On the Slimming World plan, you will get an allowance of a Healthy Extra B which does not have to be counted as syns for fibre intake. 

This should be no more than 40g and be plain porridge oats with no flavourings, you can make it with milk as your Healthy Extra A or with water to cut back syns then put the topping of your choice!

Low Syn Alternatives To Quaker Oats

If you find Quaker's oats sachets and pots to be high in syns, there are some other low syn alternatives to look at for a quick and easy breakfast. 

• MOMA Peanut Butter & Maple Syrup Porridge Sachets 8 x 35g - 7 syns.
• The Great British Porridge Co Strawberry & Peanut Butter Instant Porridge 385g - 11.5 syns.
• Nairns Gluten Free Real Porridge Oats 40g - Used as Hex B or 7.5 syns.
• White's Toatly Oaty Wild Fruit Instant Sachets 8 x 35g - 5.5 syns per sachet. 
• MOMA Raspberry, Pumpkin & Chia Seed Porridge Sachets 8 x 35g - 6.5 syns. 
• MOMA Apple, Date & Caramel Porridge Sachets 8 x 35g - 6 syns. 
• M&S Berry Burst Porridge 70g - 13 syns per pot. 
• M&S Twice the Fibre Porridge 500g - Can be used as Hex B or 8 syns per 40g. 
• Rude Health Fruity Date Porridge 400g - 8.5 syns per serving. 
• Ready Brek Smooth Porridge Oats Chocolate 450g - 6 syns per serving. 
• Bio&Me Porridge Apple & Cinnamon Gut-Loving Prebiotic 400g - 10 syns per 50g. 
• The Great British Porridge Co Blueberry & Banana Instant Porridge 55g serving - 11.5 syns.

Final Words

To conclude, Quakers Oats So Simple Golden Syrup porridge has 6.5 syns for its small packet and 9.5 syns for the large packet, making it quite high in syns.

We would recommend opting for a lower syn alternative or making your porridge at home with your healthy extra B to save on syns.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are syn values calculated?

Syn values are calculated using a formula based on calories, saturated fat and sugar content per serving. They’re not the same as calories — a product can be low in calories but higher in syns if it’s high in sugar or fat. Always check the official Slimming World app for the most accurate and up-to-date syn values.

Do syn values change?

Yes. When manufacturers reformulate their products, the syn value can go up or down. This is why we recommend double-checking with the Slimming World app or your consultant, especially if a product’s packaging has changed recently.

How many syns should I have per day?

Most Slimming World members work with 5 to 15 syns per day. Your consultant will advise on the right amount for you. The key is to use your syns on the things you enjoy most — whether that’s a chocolate bar, a glass of wine, or a packet of crisps.