Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
With steel cut oats, apples, and cinnamon, Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal comes together easily. Make it in advance (and even freeze it!) for quick breakfasts.
Servings: 8
Calories: 232kcal
Cost: $3.25
Ingredients
- 4 cup water or more if you prefer softer textured grains
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cup steel cut oats
- 2 apple peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup brown sugar for serving
- toppings for hot cereal such as chopped nut, cream, or butter
Instructions
- In a large pot on the stove, combine the water and salt. Bring to a boil.
- Whisk in the oats. Stir in the apples. Cook 30 minutes, uncovered, stirring occasionally.
- Divide the oatmeal into dishes, season to taste with brown sugar. Add other toppings as desired.
To make-ahead:
- Assemble the oatmeal bowls in containers with lids. Add toppings, cover, and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Alternatively, chill the dishes completely and freeze for up to 6 weeks.
Notes
Serving size is dependent on personal tastes and appetites, but one batch should serve 4 to 8 people.
Promptly store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator, for up to 3 days.
Nutritional values are approximate, based on ⅛ the recipe, and do not include additional toppings.
Nutrition
Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 156mg | Potassium: 67mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg