Is apple oatmeal good for you?

Yes! Apple oatmeal is a filling breakfast packed with vitamins and nutrients.

Does apple oatmeal have protein?

Yes! Each serving of apple oatmeal has 7 grams of protein. If you'd like to make this recipe even higher in protein you can add a scoop of protein powder to this recipe.

What type of apples are best in oatmeal?

You can use any type of apples you like for oatmeal. Honeycrisp apples or Granny Smith apples will have a crunchier texture in the oatmeal, while Macintosh or lobo apples will have a softer texture in the oatmeal. Pick whichever apples are your favourite!

Can I make apple oatmeal in the microwave?

Apple oatmeal can be made in the microwave by adding all the oatmeal ingredients to a large bowl and microwaving for 2-4 minutes in intervals. It's important to use a large bowl when microwaving oatmeal so it doesn't overflow.

Can I make this oatmeal ahead of time?

Warm oatmeal is best made right before serving, otherwise, the texture will become too firm. If you prefer oats made ahead of time try these Apple Pie Overnight Oats !

Apple Pie Oatmeal

Description

Apple Pie Oatmeal has all the flavours you love in an apple pie now in your morning oats!

Ingredients

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Cinnamon apple topping (optional)

1/2 tbsp coconut oil
1 apple, peeled and cut into cubes
1 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon

Apple Oatmeal

1 apple, chopped
1 cup almond milk
1 cup water
1–2 tbsp maple syrup (depending on your preferred sweetness)
1 cup oats (quick or rolled oats work)
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
pinch of salt

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Instructions

Start by preparing the cinnamon apple topping by heating the coconut oil in a small skillet on medium-high heat, then adding the apples, maple syrup and cinnamon and mixing together for 2 minutes.
Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and let cook for about 10 minutes until the apples are tender. Then remove it from the heat.
To prepare the oatmeal, add the chopped apple, almond milk, water and maple syrup to a small pot on medium-high heat and let cook for 4-5 minutes until the apples start to soften.
Add the oats, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt and cook for another 3-5 minutes on medium heat until the oatmeal has reached your desired consistency. (Don’t forget to stir the oatmeal every minute or so.)
Add the cinnamon apples on top of the oatmeal and enjoy.

Notes

The cinnamon apple topping is optional. the oatmeal is still delicious without it!

You can use quick oats or rolled oats for this oatmeal. Rolled oats will take longer to cook than quick oats.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 of the recipe
Calories: 355
Sugar: 30g
Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 70g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 7g