This apple cinnamon oatmeal recipe is a comforting sweet treat that's perfect for those chilly fall mornings. It's filled with creamy oats, simmered diced apples, honey, walnuts, and the perfect balance of fall spices. It's so satisfying and delicious you'd never guess this is a healthy breakfast!
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My Take On Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
This homemade apple cinnamon oatmeal is a recipe my wife and I always whip up when we want a healthy breakfast that's warm and cozy. It's been our favorite thing to make in the mornings during apple season, along with these apple pancakes.
I start this recipe off by simmering apples in honey and spices until they're soft and caramelized. They're mixed in the tender creamy oats, and I like to finish it off with some walnuts and a dash of cinnamon.
It has the perfect balance of textures and sweet and spiced flavors. I think it gives the packaged kind a run for its money, and it's way healthier too!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Easy to make. The steps to make apple cinnamon oatmeal are shockingly simple. Trust me, if I can do it, you can do it!
A winning combination. From the chewy oats to the caramelized apples and crunchy walnuts, there's just so much to love about this healthy apple cinnamon oatmeal.
It's so healthy. This recipe is packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It's a really healthy breakfast that'll keep you satisfied and energized all morning!
Customizable. I love adding to the flavor of this oatmeal. For instance, you can add creamy peanut butter, use almond milk, or top the whole thing with maple syrup. The options are endless!
Ingreidents
Something else I love about this apple pie oatmeal is it's made with a handful of common household ingredients. I always have everything on hand, and you might too!
Check out all of the ingredients for this recipe:
- 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and diced
- 3 tbsp. honey
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ tsp. ground ginger
- ¼ tsp. ground nutmeg
- 1½ cups water
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tbsp. butter
If you have any extra oats, you can use them to make this brownie baked oatmeal. It's another one of my deceptively healthy breakfast recipes, so you'll definitely want to give it a try next!
How To Make Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
1. Cook the apples: In a medium saucepan set over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and fresh apples, and mix. Cook for 3 minutes or until the cinnamon apples begin to soften.
2. Add oats: To the pot, add rolled oats, water, and a little milk. Bring this mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a low simmer. Continue to cook the oatmeal for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally so the oats don't burn.
3. Add walnuts: Add chopped walnuts and continue cooking until most of the liquid has been absorbed.
4. Assemble and serve: Divide the oatmeal between two bowls and sprinkle each with chopped walnuts and ground cinnamon. Pour the rest of the milk over the oatmeal if you want to thin it out and mix. Finish it off with a drizzle of honey on top, and serve warm. Enjoy!
My Tips To Make The Best Recipe
- Play around with different toppings, like almond butter, peanut butter, apple butter, or fresh granola, to switch up the flavor.
- Feel free to swap honey for pure maple syrup, brown sugar, coconut sugar, or any sweetener of your choice.
- Use apple pie spice if you don't have all of the spices listed.
- Feel free to use any kind of apple you want. My favorite is Granny Smith, but the oatmeal tastes great with anything.
- Make overnight oats. Just cook the apples and divide the ingredients into two mason jars. Mix everything together and refrigerate overnight.
How I Recommend Storing Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
In the fridge: Store any leftover oatmeal in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for about 4 days.
In the freezer: Allow leftover oatmeal to cool completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheating: I like to put the leftover oatmeal in a pot set over medium heat. I'll just add a splash of water or milk and cook, stirring occasionally, until it's warm. Alternatively, you can microwave single servings of oatmeal in 20-second intervals until it's fully reheated. Allow frozen leftovers to thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
More Apple Recipes To Make Next
- Puff pastry apple strudel
- Apple puff pastry turnovers
- Apple cobbler
- Simple apple crumble
- Baked apple slices
Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
This apple cinnamon oatmeal recipe is a comforting sweet treat that's perfect for those chilly fall mornings. It's filled with creamy oats, simmered diced apples, honey, walnuts, and the perfect balance of fall spices. It's so satisfying and delicious you'd never guess this is a healthy breakfast!
Ingredients
- 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and diced
- 3 tbsp. honey
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ tsp. ground ginger
- ¼ tsp. ground nutmeg
- 1½ cups water
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tbsp. butter
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and apples and cook for 3 minutes, until the apples are softened.
- Add oats, water, and a little milk to the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, and then reduce the heat to a low simmer and continue to cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the chopped walnuts and continue cooking until most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Divide the oatmeal between two bowls, and sprinkle each with chopped walnuts and cinnamon.
- Pour the rest of the milk over the oatmeal if you want to thin it out. Add more honey on top if you want, and serve warm.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size:
1 cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 512Total Fat: 22gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgCarbohydrates: 74gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 12g
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