Here’s a cozy, comforting recipe for Oatmeal with Apples — perfect for breakfast or a healthy dessert twist! 🍎✨
🍯 Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups milk (or water, or half milk/half water)
- 1 apple, peeled and chopped (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith work great)
- 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil
- 1–2 tablespoons brown sugar, maple syrup, or honey
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: chopped nuts, raisins, chia seeds, or a drizzle of nut butter
🥣 Instructions
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped apple, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add oats, milk, and salt. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often, until creamy and thickened.
- Sweeten with brown sugar, honey, or maple syrup to taste.
- Serve warm and top with extra apples, nuts, or a drizzle of maple syrup.
🍎 Optional Upgrade
Make it baked oatmeal style!
Mix all ingredients (using 2 cups milk and 1 egg) in a baking dish, top with apple slices, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes — golden, cozy, and meal-prep friendly!
Would you like me to give you the baked version with a crunchy pecan topping next?
