Description
Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal is a cozy, wholesome breakfast made with hearty oats, sweet apples, and warm cinnamon. Creamy, comforting, and naturally sweetened, it’s a nourishing way to start your day—perfect for busy mornings or slow, cozy ones.
Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 cups milk, water, or a mix of both
- 1 medium apple, peeled and diced or grated
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon butter or coconut oil (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Chopped nuts or raisins, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring the milk or water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Stir in the oats, diced or grated apple, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5–7 minutes or until the oats are tender and creamy.
- Stir in maple syrup, butter, and vanilla extract if using. Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Remove from heat and let sit for 1 minute to thicken slightly.
- Serve warm, topped with extra apple, cinnamon, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of maple syrup if desired.
Notes
Use steel-cut oats for a chewier texture (increase cook time accordingly).Swap the apple for pear for a different flavor.Add chia seeds or flaxseeds for a fiber boost.Use almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.Stir in nut butter or Greek yogurt for added protein and richness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
