Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
- 1 medium apple (diced or grated)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon chopped nuts or raisins (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring milk to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Add the oats, diced apple, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5–7 minutes or until the oats are soft and creamy, and the apples are tender.
- Taste and add maple syrup or honey for sweetness if needed.
- Serve warm, topped with chopped nuts or raisins for extra texture and flavor.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a mix of diced and grated apples.
- Substitute water for milk for a lighter option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat with a splash of milk or water.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (1/2 of the recipe)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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