Ultra Creamy 10-Minute Stovetop Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Take command of your morning with this ultra-creamy, stovetop apple cinnamon oatmeal. This recipe delivers comforting, naturally sweetened flavor in under 10 minutes, making it the perfect quick breakfast for busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 3 min
- Cook Time: 7 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned oats)
- 2 cups water or milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 medium apple, peeled and finely diced
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: chopped pecans, extra cinnamon, Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Combine the diced apple, 1/2 cup of the water or milk, maple syrup, and cinnamon in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften slightly.
- Add the rolled oats, remaining liquid, and salt to the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the oatmeal thickens and reaches your desired creamy consistency. Stir often to prevent sticking and achieve creaminess.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Divide the oatmeal into bowls. Top with chopped pecans, an extra dash of cinnamon, or a dollop of Greek yogurt if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a gluten-free meal, confirm your rolled oats are certified gluten-free.
- To make this recipe vegan, use non-dairy milk, such as almond or oat milk.
- For extra protein, stir in 1/4 cup of plain Greek yogurt or 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder after removing the oatmeal from the heat.
- If you prefer a softer apple texture, dice the apple smaller or simmer it for an extra minute before adding the oats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 60
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 0