Description
A cozy and comforting stovetop apple cinnamon oatmeal recipe sweetened with honey, featuring tender sautéed apples and a nutritious touch of ground flaxseed. Perfect for a wholesome breakfast topped with creamy Greek yogurt and crunchy walnuts.
Ingredients
Scale
Oatmeal Base
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 2 cups milk (dairy or nondairy, unsweetened almond milk preferred)
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1 apple, cut into small cubes
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Sautéed Apple Topping
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1 apple, cut into small cubes
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
To Serve
- Plain Greek yogurt
- Walnuts
Instructions
- Prepare oatmeal base: Combine the old-fashioned oats, milk, ground flaxseed, 1 apple (diced), 2 tablespoons honey, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a medium saucepan.
- Cook oatmeal: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 12 minutes until the oatmeal thickens and the apples become just tender.
- Sauté apples for topping: In a nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon butter over medium heat. Add the diced apple and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until the apples begin to soften around the edges.
- Add honey and cinnamon to apples: Turn heat to low, then stir in 1 tablespoon honey and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Continue cooking and stirring for 3 more minutes until the apples are tender and the honey is bubbling.
- Serve: Divide the cooked oatmeal between two bowls. Top each bowl with the sautéed apples, a dollop of plain Greek yogurt, and a sprinkle of walnuts for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- This oatmeal is ideal for warming up on cold mornings and offers a balance of natural sweetness and wholesome ingredients.
- Use unsweetened almond milk for a dairy-free option or regular milk for creamier texture.
- Ground flaxseed adds fiber and nutrients but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Feel free to substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for crunch.
- Greek yogurt adds creaminess and protein, but you can use any yogurt or omit it for a vegan adaptation.
- Adjust honey amount as per your sweetness preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
