Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal – A Warm, Cozy Breakfast Treat!
Start your day with this comforting and wholesome Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal. With soft, sweet apples, warm spices, and crunchy pecans, it’s the perfect cozy breakfast to fuel your morning!
Ingredients:
– ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
– 1 cup water or milk (unsweetened almond milk is a great option)
– ½ tablespoon maple syrup, brown sugar, or coconut sugar (optional)
– ¼-½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
– ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
– Pinch of sea salt
– 2 tablespoons chopped pecans (for topping)
– 1 medium apple (diced, any variety like Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, or Granny Smith)
Instructions:
1. Cook the Apples:
– In a small saucepan, combine diced apples, maple syrup, and cinnamon.
– Sauté for a few minutes until the apples are soft and look similar to baked apples. Set aside.
2. Cook the Oats:
– In a separate saucepan, add the oats, water (or milk), maple syrup (if using), cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt.
– Bring the mixture to a low boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a low simmer.
– Continue to cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats have soaked up most of the liquid and are creamy.
3. Serve:
– Transfer the oatmeal to a bowl.
– Top with the sautéed cinnamon apples, chopped pecans, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and additional sweetener if desired.
Customization Ideas:
– Toppings: Add sliced bananas, raisins, granola, almond butter, or coconut.
– Protein: Stir in protein powder after cooking.
– Spices: Add additional spices like nutmeg or cardamom for extra flavor.
Microwave Method:
– Combine all ingredients in a large microwave-safe bowl.
– Microwave for 1 minute, stir, then continue microwaving in 30-second increments until the desired consistency is reached (typically about 3 minutes).
Meal Prep:
– This recipe can be doubled or tripled for meal prep.
– Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days, reheating in the microwave with a splash of milk or water.
Enjoy your delicious Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal!
