Oatmeal and Apples!

Here’s a warm, cozy recipe for Oatmeal and Apples — hearty, naturally sweet, and perfect for breakfast or a healthy dessert. This dish combines tender spiced apples with creamy oats for a comforting, wholesome meal.

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Oatmeal and Apples

Ingredients

For the apple mixture:

• 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced (Honeycrisp, Gala, or Granny Smith work well)

• 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar or maple syrup

• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

• Pinch of salt

For the oatmeal:

• 1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned)

• 2 cups milk, water, or a mix of both

• 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional)

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

• Pinch of salt

For topping (optional):

• Chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds)

• Extra cinnamon

• Greek yogurt or milk drizzle

• Additional diced fresh apples

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Instructions

1. Cook the apples

1. In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

2. Add the diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

3. Stir and cook for 5–7 minutes, until the apples are soft and caramelized.

4. Set aside — you can keep some for topping later.

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2. Cook the oatmeal

1. In a saucepan, bring milk (or water) to a gentle boil.

2. Stir in the oats and salt.

3. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes (or until thick and creamy).

4. Stir in maple syrup and vanilla extract, if using.

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3. Combine

1. Add the cooked apples to the oatmeal and stir to combine.

2. Taste and adjust sweetness or spices if needed.

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4. Serve

Spoon into bowls and top with:

• The reserved caramelized apples

• A sprinkle of cinnamon

• A drizzle of maple syrup or milk

• A handful of chopped nuts or granola for crunch

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Tips & Variations

• Make it creamy: Stir in a spoonful of Greek yogurt or nut butter before serving.

• Baked version: Combine everything in a baking dish and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes for a “baked oatmeal” texture.

• Overnight oats: Mix uncooked oats, milk, cinnamon, and chopped apples; refrigerate overnight and enjoy cold or warm.

• Add protein: Stir in a scoop of protein powder or a spoonful of peanut butter.

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Would you like me to give you a baked oatmeal with apples version (great for meal prep and reheating) or keep this stovetop creamy version?