Description
Warm and comforting, this Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal on the Stove is a delicious and nutritious breakfast option perfect for chilly mornings. Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, fresh apples, and fragrant cinnamon, this stovetop oatmeal is quick to prepare and customizable to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Oatmeal:
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 medium apple (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Sweeteners and Toppings (optional):
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts or pecans
- Additional apple slices and cinnamon for topping
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine oats, water, milk, diced apple, cinnamon, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Cook Oatmeal: Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes until oats are soft and mixture thickens. Stir in sweetener, vanilla, and nuts if using.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat and let sit for a minute to thicken further. Serve warm, topped with extra apple slices and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
Notes
- You can swap the apple for pear or banana for a different flavor twist.
- Use plant-based milk and omit nuts for an allergy-friendly or vegan version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
