Description
Start your morning with a comforting bowl of Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal, a creamy and naturally sweet breakfast made with rolled oats and plant-based milk. Infused with fresh apples, warm cinnamon, and natural vanilla, sweetened gently with maple syrup (natural) and thickened to perfection with a natural gelling agent. Optional nuts add a delightful crunch, making this a wholesome, nourishing, and cozy start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups plant-based milk
- 1 medium fresh apple, peeled (optional), cored and chopped into small cubes
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup (natural), to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Start by peeling (if you prefer), coring, and chopping your apple into small cubes. This helps the apples soften perfectly and release their sweetness while cooking.
- Cook the Oats: In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats and plant-based milk over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and allow the oats to absorb the creamy liquid.
- Add Apples and Spices: Once the oats begin to soften, stir in the chopped apples, cinnamon powder (natural), and a splash of vanilla extract (natural). Let the mixture simmer gently until the apples are tender and the flavors meld beautifully.
- Sweeten and Finish: Mix in maple syrup (natural) to your preferred sweetness level and sprinkle in the natural gelling agent to thicken the oatmeal to a luscious consistency. Stir well and cook for an additional one to two minutes.
- Add Crunch: If desired, fold in chopped walnuts or pecans just before serving to add a satisfying crunch that complements the soft oats and tender apples.
Notes
- Choose sweet-tart apples like Fuji or Honeycrisp for the best flavor and texture.
- Lightly toast walnuts or pecans in a dry pan to enhance their aroma and crunch.
- Adjust plant-based milk quantity to achieve your preferred oatmeal thickness.
- Simmer on medium to low heat to prevent burning and encourage a creamy result.
- Use freshly ground cinnamon powder (natural) for more pronounced flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: apple cinnamon oatmeal, plant-based oatmeal, gluten free breakfast, cozy breakfast, natural breakfast, vegan oatmeal