Ingredients
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1 cup rolled oats
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2 cups milk or water
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1 apple, peeled and diced
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
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Pinch of salt
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1 teaspoon butter (optional)
Optional Toppings
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chopped walnuts
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sliced almonds
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raisins
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chia seeds
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yogurt
Instructions
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In a medium saucepan, combine oats, milk (or water), diced apple, cinnamon, and salt.
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Place the saucepan over medium heat.
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Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
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Cook for about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Once the oats are soft and creamy, remove from heat.
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Stir in maple syrup or honey if desired.
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Serve warm and add your favorite toppings.
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Notes
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Use fresh apples for the best flavor and texture.
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Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Add extra milk if the oatmeal becomes too thick.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 5mg