Name: Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 2 cups rolled oats (not instant); 4 cups milk (dairy or plant-based); 2 medium apples, cored and diced (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith recommended); 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, plus more for serving; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons butter or coconut oil; 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans for topping; 2 tablespoons brown sugar for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the apples

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced apples, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon of maple syrup. Cook for 3-4 minutes until apples begin to soften but still maintain some firmness. Remove half the apples and set aside for topping.
Cook the oats

To the saucepan with the remaining apples, add milk, rolled oats, salt, and the remaining cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Stir well to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
Simmer until creamy

Simmer the oatmeal for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the oats are tender and the mixture has thickened to your desired consistency. For thinner oatmeal, add a splash more milk.
Finish and flavor

Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and remaining maple syrup. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more maple syrup or honey.
Serve and garnish

Divide the oatmeal between four bowls. Top each serving with the reserved cooked apples, a sprinkle of chopped nuts, a dusting of additional cinnamon, and a drizzle of maple syrup or honey. Add a sprinkle of brown sugar if desired.

Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

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