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Apple Oatmeal in a shallow white bowl with sliced apples garnishing and another bowl on the side.

Quick Apple Oatmeal

Hearty and delicious, this apple oatmeal is an easy 15-minute healthy breakfast idea. The perfect warm morning meal for busy mornings!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 371kcal

Ingredients

For the apples:

  • ½ tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 cup apples chopped in tiny cubes approximately 1 medium apple

For the oatmeal:

  • 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup milk
  • ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ tablespoon maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons pecans chopped

Instructions

  • Melt coconut oil in a small sauce pot. Add apples to melted coconut oil. Sauté over low heat for 5-6 minutes until apples start to soften.
  • After 5 minutes add oats, milk, cinnamon, ginger and maple syrup.
  • Stir together and cook uncovered over low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. At the last minute, add pecans.

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Notes

Substitutions for this recipe:
  • Oats: I have only tried this with old fashioned rolled oats. Steel cut oats would work, but would need much longer to cook and would need more liquid.
  • Milk: You can use any type of milk that you like in this recipe, regular or dairy free.
  • Sweetener: I love maple syrup, but you can use honey or agave nectar if you prefer!
  • Spices: You can substitute 1 teaspoon of apple pie spice for the ginger/ cinnamon.
  • Nuts: Omit the pecans to make this nut free, or use sunflower seeds. Walnuts and almonds are good substitutions for the pecans.
Storage: Keep the oatmeal in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat at 50% power in a microwave or over medium heat in a saucepan on the stove.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl (out of 2 servings) | Calories: 371kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 449mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 237IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 187mg | Iron: 2mg
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