Description
A warm and cozy stovetop apple cinnamon oatmeal recipe sweetened with honey and topped with sautéed apples, creamy Greek yogurt, and crunchy walnuts. Perfect for a nutritious and comforting breakfast on chilly mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
Oatmeal Base
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 2 cups milk (dairy or nondairy, such as unsweetened almond milk)
- 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, honey, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan. Stir to mix all ingredients evenly.
- Cook oatmeal: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then lower the heat to simmer. Cook for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally until the oatmeal thickens and the apples become just tender.
- Make sautéed apple topping: While the oatmeal simmers, heat the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the diced apple and cook for 3 minutes until softened around the edges.
- Add honey and cinnamon to topping: Reduce the heat to low and stir in honey and cinnamon. Continue cooking for another 3 minutes until the apples are tender and honey bubbles gently.
- Assemble and serve: Divide the cooked oatmeal into two bowls. Spoon the warm sautéed apple topping on each serving, then add a dollop of plain Greek yogurt and sprinkle walnuts on top for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- This oatmeal is perfect for a warm and comforting breakfast during cold days.
- Use any milk of choice, including dairy or plant-based options like almond milk.
- Greek yogurt adds creaminess and protein, but you can omit or substitute for a vegan option.
- Walnuts provide crunch and healthy fats but can be replaced with other nuts or seeds if preferred.
- Adjust honey quantity to taste or substitute with maple syrup for a different sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
