Description
This One Pot Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal is a cozy and delicious breakfast recipe featuring tender diced Honeycrisp apples, warm cinnamon and nutmeg spices, and creamy almond milk. Cooked all together in one pot, it creates a comforting and wholesome start to your day.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter or coconut oil
- 1 Tablespoon light brown sugar
- 2 medium Honeycrisp apples, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the apples and aromatics: In a medium saucepan, heat the unsalted butter or coconut oil over medium heat. Add the diced apples and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they soften slightly. Stir in the light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg, letting the spices toast lightly for 1-2 minutes.
- Add oats and almond milk: Pour in the old-fashioned rolled oats and unsweetened almond milk. Stir well to combine all ingredients in the pot.
- Cook the oatmeal: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered. Stir occasionally and cook for about 7-8 minutes, or until the oats have absorbed the liquid and reached a creamy consistency.
- Finish with vanilla extract: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor. Let the oatmeal sit for a minute to thicken further before serving.
- Serve warm: Spoon the oatmeal into bowls and enjoy a warm, comforting breakfast. Optionally, garnish with extra cinnamon or a drizzle of maple syrup if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute other types of apples if Honeycrisp unavailable, but adjust cooking time as needed.
- Use coconut oil instead of butter for a vegan version.
- For creamier oatmeal, add a splash more almond milk or cook slightly longer.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat with a splash of almond milk to restore creaminess.
