One pot apple pie oatmeal

The mornings have gotten that October chill, making one pot apple pie oatmeal top on my breakfast rotation list. It's filling, comforting, and takes 10 minutes to make- thanks to the quick oats. It definitely helps get me out of bed when it's still dark outside!

Here's what you need:

• Butter
• Apple- of your choice! Here I used red, but I'll often change it up for a tart Granny Smith.
• Cinnamon
• Maple syrup
• Whole milk
• Water- I found that the balance of half whole milk, half water, works very well for me. If you're using reduced fat, or low-fat milk, you might want to skip the water and use exclusively milk.
• Vanilla extract
• Almond butter, for serving. (optional)

How to make one pot apple pie oatmeal:

1. Start by melting the butter. Add in the chopped apples, part of the cinnamon and maple syrup. Cook for 5-7 minutes. Remove ⅓ of the apple mixture for the oatmeal topping.
2. Pour in the water, milk, vanilla extract, and the remaining cinnamon and maple syrup.
3. Cook until the mixture boils. Pour in the quick-cooking oats. Stir for 3-4 minutes until it's cooked through.
4. Divide the oatmeal up between bowls and top with the reserved apples.
5. Drizzle with almond butter, if desired.

Storing and reheating:

This is the best served fresh but you can totally store and reheat if needed.

Reheating:

Microwave (Fastest)

1. Scoop your cold oatmeal into a microwave-safe bowl.
2. Splash your liquid (water or milk) directly over the top.
3. Do not stir yet. Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe plate or damp paper towel to trap the steam.
4. Microwave on high for 1 minute, then remove and stir vigorously to break up the lumps and incorporate the liquid.
5. If it still looks too thick, add one more splash of liquid, stir, and microwave for another 30 to 45 seconds until hot and creamy

Stovetop (Best texture):

1. Place the cold oatmeal into a small saucepan.
2. Add your liquid and place the pan over low heat.
3. Cover tightly with a lid for 3 to 5 minutes to let the steam trap and soften the oats.
4. Remove the lid, stir gently to blend the liquid into the oats, and let it simmer for another minute until heated all the way through.

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One pot apple pie oatmeal

warm, cozy, and packed with fall flavor, this one pot apple pie oatmeal combines tender apples, cinnamon, and hearty oats in a creamy breakfast that tastes just like a slice of homemade pie. Made in one pot for east cleanup, it's the perfect comforting way to start the day.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Breakfast

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

Apples

• 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil
• 1 medium apple diced
• 2 tablespoon maple syrup
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Oatmeal

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 teaspoon maple syrup
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup quick cooking oats
• almond butter for drizzling optional

Method

 

1. Start by melting the butter. Add in the chopped apples, part of the cinnamon and maple syrup. Cook for 5-7 minutes. Remove ⅓ of the apple mixture for the oatmeal topping.
2. Pour in the water, milk, vanilla extract, and the remaining cinnamon and maple syrup.
3. Cook until the mixture boils. Pour in the quick-cooking oats. Stir for 3-4 minutes until it's cooked through.
4. Divide the oatmeal up between bowls and top with the reserved apples.
5. Drizzle with almond butter, if desired.