Ingredients
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For the oatmeal:
- 1½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3 cups milk (or dairy-free alternative like almond, oat, or soy milk)
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced (preferably Honeycrisp or Fuji)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional toppings:
- Sliced almonds or chopped walnuts
- Drizzle of maple syrup or honey
- Spoonful of yogurt or whipped topping
- Extra apple slices sautéed in cinnamon and butter
- Dash of ground cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
1. Sauté the apples
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the diced apples, brown sugar or maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender and lightly caramelized.
2. Cook the oats
- Stir the oats and salt into the apple mixture.
- Pour in the milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat and cook, stirring frequently, for 8–10 minutes, or until the oats are soft and creamy.
3. Add flavor and finish
- Stir in the vanilla extract. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed by adding more maple syrup or brown sugar.
- Let oatmeal rest for 2–3 minutes to thicken slightly before serving.
4. Serve and garnish
- Spoon oatmeal into bowls and top with your favorite garnishes—nuts for crunch, a dollop of yogurt for creaminess, or an extra drizzle of maple syrup for sweetness.
- Sprinkle a bit of cinnamon on top for a final aromatic touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1¼ cups)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 14g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g