Description
A cozy and warm stovetop apple cinnamon oatmeal recipe perfect for a healthy breakfast. Made with old-fashioned oats, apples, cinnamon, and a touch of honey, this oatmeal is topped with sautéed apples, Greek yogurt, and walnuts for added texture and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Oatmeal
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 2 cups milk (dairy or nondairy - unsweetened almond milk recommended)
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1 apple, cut into small cubes
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Sautéed Apple Topping
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1 apple, cut into small cubes
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Garnishes
- Plain Greek yogurt
- Walnuts
Instructions
- Prepare the oatmeal: Combine all oatmeal ingredients (oats, milk, ground flaxseed, diced apple, honey, and cinnamon) in a medium saucepan.
- Cook the oatmeal: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 12 minutes, until the oatmeal thickens and the apples are just barely tender.
- Make the sautéed apple topping: Heat the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the diced apple and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until edges start to soften.
- Add flavor to topping: Lower heat to low, add honey and cinnamon to the skillet, and continue stirring and cooking for another 3 minutes until apples are tender and honey bubbles.
- Serve: Divide the cooked oatmeal between two bowls, top with the sautéed apple mixture, and garnish with Greek yogurt and walnuts.
Notes
- This oatmeal is perfect for chilly mornings and provides a warm, comforting start to your day.
- Use plain Greek yogurt and walnuts for the best texture and added protein.
- For a dairy-free option, use plant-based milk and skip the butter or replace with vegan butter.
- Adjust honey quantity to taste if you prefer it sweeter or less sweet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
