Spiced Apple Oatmeal
Start your day with a cozy, comforting bowl of Spiced Apple Oatmeal, a wholesome breakfast packed with warm fall flavors. This quick and easy recipe combines tender rolled oats, juicy diced apples, and aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for a naturally sweet and spiced delight. A touch of brown sugar or maple syrup, along with a splash of milk, makes this oatmeal irresistibly creamy, while optional toppings like crunchy nuts or dried cranberries add texture and an extra burst of flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this nutrient-rich breakfast option is perfect for busy mornings and can be customized with your favorite plant-based or dairy milk. Treat yourself to this ultimate soul-warming breakfast that will keep you satisfied all day long! Keywords: spiced apple oatmeal, healthy breakfast, fall flavors, quick oatmeal recipe, creamy oatmeal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups water
- 1 medium apple
- 0.5 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons raisins or dried cranberries (optional, for topping)
Instructions
1. Peel, core, and dice the apple into small pieces.
2. In a medium saucepan, bring the 2 cups of water to a boil.
3. Stir in the rolled oats, diced apple, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
4. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
5. Once the oats are tender and the mixture has thickened, stir in the milk, brown sugar or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
6. Remove the oatmeal from the heat and let it rest for 1 minute to allow flavors to fully meld.
7. Divide the oatmeal into two bowls and top with chopped nuts, raisins, or dried cranberries if desired.
8. Serve warm and enjoy your spiced apple oatmeal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
726 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.5 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 218 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.1 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.0 g | ||
| Protein | 21.0 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 295 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 973 mg | 21% | |
*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.
