Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
This cozy stovetop apple cinnamon oatmeal is a warm hug in a bowl, made with applesauce, hearty oats, and a sprinkle of cinnamon. It only takes 12 minutes to make and tastes like fall in a bowl!
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 2.5 cups unsweetened almond milk divided
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- ½ cup apple sauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Optional Toppings
- ½ cup minced apple
- ground cinnamon to taste
- ½ cup granola
- 2 tablespoons nut butter
Instructions
- Place the rolled oats, 2 cups of almond milk, maple syrup, apple sauce, vanilla, cinnamon, and chia seeds into a medium saucepan and mix until combined. Heat the saucepan over medium/high heat and bring to a boil.
- Turn heat down to low and let simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly until oatmeal thickens.
- Add 1/2 cup more almond milk and mix again. Let simmer for 1-2 more minutes.
- Top with fresh apple chunks and a drizzle of nut butter. Enjoy.
Notes
- If you like a more liquid-y oatmeal feel free to add a few extra tablespoons of almond milk.
- Nutrition information does not include optional toppings.
Nutrition
Calories: 314kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 19g