Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal (Super Simple Recipe!)
This nourishing and easy-to-make apple cinnamon oatmeal is made with wholesome ingredients and is the perfect fall or winter breakfast. The aroma of apples and cinnamon will dance through your home as this nutritious meal cooks on your stove. This oatmeal recipe is super simple and comes together quickly! Opt out of instant oatmeal packs and choose a homemade breakfast!
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Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 5 cups water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 3 medium or 2 large apples chopped
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream or milk optional
Instructions
- Add 5 cups water and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a large saucepan or stock pot. Bring to a boil on your stovetop over medium-high heat.
- While the water is heating up, chop your apples into small chunks. You may peel your apples beforehand if you wish, but this isn't necessary.
- Once the water boils, add the oats, chopped apples, cinnamon, nutmeg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the pot.
- Stir the ingredients. The oatmeal will begin to thicken and start to bubble.
- Once the oatmeal starts to bubble, turn the stovetop heat to low and allow it to thicken for 3-4 minutes. This time will allow the apples to soften as well.
- Once thickened, scoop the oatmeal into bowls. Add 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk to each bowl. This adds extra creaminess (and healthy fats!) to the dish. It's completely optional!
- Enjoy!
Notes
For deliciously creamy oatmeal, I like to add a couple of pads of butter (about 2 or 3 tablespoons) to the pot of oatmeal as it simmers. Fats are so good for kids' (everyone's) brain health and it helps this dish be even more satiating! This is completely optional.
If you don't have maple syrup on hand, you can certainly use 1/2 cup of brown sugar.
Get creative and add raisins, nuts (walnuts or pecans would be great in this!), chia seeds, flax seeds, wheat germ, or hemp hearts for an added dose of healthy nutrients!
Nutrition
Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 112mg | Potassium: 214mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 2mg
Calories: 232kcal
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