A warm and comforting breakfast dish that combines the flavors of tart apples and fragrant cinnamon with creamy oats.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 cup Rolled oats
2 cups Water or milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1 large or 2 small Apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
2 tablespoons Brown sugar or maple syrup (optional)
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/4 cup Chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans, for topping, optional)
1/4 cup Dried cranberries or raisins (for topping, optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, water or milk, diced apples, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. This should take about 5 minutes.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the oats are cooked and the mixture has thickened. Stir frequently to prevent sticking.
If you prefer a sweeter oatmeal, stir in brown sugar or maple syrup at this point.
Remove from heat and let it sit for a minute. This helps the flavors meld together.
Serve hot, topped with chopped nuts and dried cranberries or raisins, if desired.
