This Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal recipe is way better than any instant oats! Filled with so much protein with a vegan option, you will love this healthy apple breakfast oatmeal made with sweet apples, cinnamon, and pecans!
Wow–this apple cinnamon oatmeal is so delicious! Full of fiber, protein, and warm spices paired with a subtle sweetness from honey, this healthy oatmeal breakfast recipe is the perfect option for anyone looking to add a little more nutrition and ease to their mornings.
Dairy-free and simple to make, this cinnamon oatmeal is the perfect option for whenever you’re needing something quick and satisfying! The perfect option for meal prep, this recipe is a comforting option for anyone who needs some plant-based nutrition for their mornings.
Why You’ll Love This Oatmeal Recipe
- Simple: Made in under 30 minutes, you will have a quick and easy breakfast ready to go for your busy mornings.
- Filling: Oats and pecans are high in protein and perfect for satisfying hunger cravings. Make a batch of this oatmeal to last you for a few days for breakfast.
- Delicious: The combination of apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg creates a flavor that is warm and palatable. This oatmeal tastes just like Quaker Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal, but even better!
Ingredients Needed To Make This Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
This is just a list of ingredients you will need to make this Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal. The full measurements are listed below.
water
rolled oats
salt
spices, cinnamon, and nutmeg
apples, peeled and chopped
honey
pecans
How to Make This Oatmeal with cinnamon and apple
Boil the water: First, add water to a medium pot and bring to a boil. Add in the oats with salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir well.
Add apples and cook: Next, add the chopped apples. Reduce the heat and simmer for ten to twelve minutes while occasionally stirring.
Add sweetener: Finally, once the apples are tender, stir in the honey and pecans.
Cover: Turn the heat off, cover the pot, and let the oatmeal sit for five minutes.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- Feel free to use maple syrup in place of honey for a vegan option.
- Store the leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for four to six days.
- Use any type of apple for this apple cinnamon oatmeal recipe. We like Granny Smith, Gala, Honeycrisp, etc.
- To avoid gluten, make sure the oats are gluten-free. We have not tested instant oats.
- For even creamier options, stir in your choice of milk.
- Don’t like apples? Swap it with spme pairs or peaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cinnamon has great anti-inflammatory properties in addition to cardiovascular health benefits. Always be sure to consult with a medical provider before introducing new foods to your diet.
Since oatmeal is high in fiber and protein, it is definitely suitable and okay to enjoy apple cinnamon oatmeal every day. Remember, everything in moderation. A suitable serving of oatmeal every day is good for you and a great way to jumpstart your morning.
Of course! Any type of apple is great for oatmeal. Whatever you have in your kitchen will work. Apple, oatmeal, and cinnamon make for a great combination and will remind you of apple pie.
To make oatmeal taste good, just add your favorite fruits, sweeteners, spices, nuts, etc. There are so many great options for oatmeal! It is such a versatile ingredient to work with and you can make so many different breakfast flavors based on what you like.
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Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 2 cups rolled oats
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch of nutmeg
- 3 sweet apples peeled and chopped; any kind
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- ¼ cup pecans chopped
Instructions
- Add the water to a medium pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add in the oats together with the salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and stir well to combine.
- Next, add in the apples. Reduce the heat and let it simmer over medium-low heat, for 10-12 minutes stirring occasionally.
- Once the apples are tender, stir in the honey and pecans.
- Turn the heat off, cover the pot and let the oatmeal sit for 5 minutes.
Notes
- Feel free to use maple syrup in place of honey for a vegan option.
- Store the leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for four to six days.
- Use any type of apple for this apple cinnamon oatmeal. We like Granny Smith, Gala, Honeycrisp, etc.
- To avoid gluten, make sure the oats are gluten-free. We have not tested instant oats.
- For even creamier options, stir in your choice of milk.
- Enjoy this recipe with baked sweet potatoes.
Dee says
I made this for my dinner and it was fantastic! AND there are leftovers for breakfasts through the weekend. Thank you.
Riya says
Really easy and nutritious as well as tasty, couldn’t ask for more I guess – ive made this like 3 times now
Rohvannyn Shaw says
This is a bigger version of a recipe I use in the microwave. I will chop an apple, and mix half of it with my portion of plain instant oats, some nutmeg, cinnamon, and sweetener of my choice then microwave it. I’ll chop some walnuts or pecans and mix in – just a few. Then I’ll put the other half of the chopped apple on top. It’s a lot of apple but I like it like that. The other option is just to chop half the apple then eat the other half alongside.
Note: I wouldn’t consider this a very high protein breakfast, but it’s possible to add nonfat milk or protein powder if that is a concern. Also, I wouldn’t bother my doctor either unless I had a specific health concern. People change their diets all the time without consulting an authority.
Shanelle says
Will definitely be making this again!
Rena Awada says
Thank you. Glad you loved it
Kat says
I love finding ways to make healthy versions of the junk I liked as a child. Peaches and cream oatmeal, apple cinnamon oatmeal-these were treats for us, like great trashy dessert. I like the healthy, homemade version.
But seriously…check with your doctor before trying new foods…? Unless you have serious health problems, please don’t waste your doctor’s time.
Bonnie says
I loved this and I even made some for the next day. Froze a batch and they were just as good if not better the day after. I didn’t use honey just a little bit of sugar free syrup. Thank you!
Rena says
Thanks for the helpful feedback Bonnie. Appreciate it
Anna says
Can’t wait to try this but what is the best way to reheat for next day’s use?
Rena says
You can just microwave it
Sharon says
Bumped into this recipe looking for a healthy alternative. I only had Gala apples which were a little too sweet so I added a bit of lemon juice. Thank you!
Rena says
Yummy. I hope you liked it.
Carisa Livesay says
I was looking for a apple oatmeal recipe that wasn’t made in the crockpot. It was simple and didn’t take more than 30 mins. I left the skin on my apples but Super delicious and I have breakfast already made for a few days. I highly recommend.
Rena says
Thank you Carisa for recommending this recipe and for your feedback
Savannah says
These oats were so delicious! Loved the balance of cinnamon and fresh apples!
Rena says
So glad you loved it. Thank you!