Description
A comforting and wholesome Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal recipe featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced apples served over creamy old-fashioned oats, sweetened naturally with maple syrup. Perfect for a cozy breakfast that’s both flavorful and nourishing.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Topping
- 1 Medium-Large Crisp Apple (Honey Crisp or Granny Smith), diced
- 1 oz (2 Tablespoons) Maple Syrup
- 1 oz (2 Tablespoons) Salted Butter
- 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
Oatmeal
- 100 grams (1 Cup) Old-Fashioned Oats
- 18 oz (2 1/4 Cups) Water
- Pinch of Salt
- 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1 Teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Apple Topping: In a large pot over low-medium heat, combine diced apples, salted butter, and maple syrup. Cook for 4-6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the apples begin to soften. Stir in ground cinnamon and mix well. Then, scoop out the apples and most of the cooking liquid into a bowl and set aside.
- Cook the Oatmeal: To the same pot, add old-fashioned oats, water, a pinch of salt, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Cook over low-medium heat for 4-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats have absorbed most of the water and are fully cooked.
- Serve: Divide the cooked oatmeal between two bowls. Top each serving with the warm apple topping and sprinkle additional cinnamon if desired. Optionally, garnish with chopped nuts for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a tangy contrast or sweet varieties like Honey Crisp based on preference.
- The apple topping can be prepared ahead and gently reheated.
- For a creamier oatmeal, substitute water with milk or a milk alternative.
- Add chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans for extra crunch and nutrition.
- Maple syrup adds natural sweetness; adjust amount to taste or substitute with honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
