Healthy Apple Cinnamon Breakfast
Start your day with a comforting and nutritious twist on a classic favorite with this Healthy Apple Cinnamon Breakfast! Made with wholesome rolled oats, creamy milk (or plant-based alternatives), naturally sweet diced apples, and a fragrant sprinkle of ground cinnamon, this recipe is a cozy morning hug in a bowl. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup and can be customized with optional toppings like crunchy walnuts, nutrient-packed chia seeds, or a splash of vanilla extract for added depth of flavor. Perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekend brunches, this heart-healthy oatmeal is packed with fiber, vitamins, and warming flavors to keep you satisfied and energized all day long. Whether you're looking for a quick, healthy breakfast or a kid-friendly start to the day, this apple cinnamon oatmeal is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Rolled oats
- 1.5 cups Milk (or plant-based milk)
- 1 medium, diced Apple
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Chia seeds (optional)
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Walnuts (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rolled oats, milk, diced apple, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for 7-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the oats are creamy and the apples have softened.
If using vanilla extract, stir it in during the last minute of cooking.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the honey or maple syrup for sweetness.
Divide the oatmeal into two bowls and top with chia seeds, chopped walnuts, or additional diced apple if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your healthy, flavorful apple cinnamon breakfast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
804 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.6 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 291 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.1 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.9 g | ||
| Protein | 29.2 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 578 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1194 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
