Description
A cozy and nutritious apple cinnamon oatmeal recipe made with rolled oats, fresh apples, almond milk, and warm spices. Perfect for a hearty and healthy breakfast.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or water)
- 1 apple, chopped (plus more for topping if desired)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed (optional, for added nutrition)
- Chopped nuts or nut butter, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Add oats, almond milk, chopped apple, cinnamon, vanilla, maple syrup (if using), and a pinch of sea salt to a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring frequently, for 8–10 minutes or until the oats are tender and the oatmeal has thickened.
- If using, stir in ground flaxseed once the oatmeal is cooked.
- Transfer to a bowl and top with additional chopped apples, a drizzle of nut butter, chopped nuts, or your favorite toppings.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute the almond milk with any milk or water.
- Use a sweeter apple like Fuji or Honeycrisp for natural sweetness.
- Add protein powder or Greek yogurt for extra protein.
- This oatmeal can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
