Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal Breakfast Bowls
15min
30min
4
420
Chef's Note
For an extra layer of flavor, try toasting the oats in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before adding the liquid. This brings out their nutty flavor and adds depth to the finished dish. You can also prepare the apple mixture the night before and reheat it gently in the morning to save time.
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Ingredients
2 cups rolled oats
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 medium Honeycrisp apples
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup walnuts
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
Instructions
- 1
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant. Roughly chop and set aside.
- 2
Peel, core, and dice 3 medium Honeycrisp apples into 1/2-inch cubes.
- 3
In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the diced apples, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
- 4
Cook the apple mixture for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender but still hold their shape. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 5
In a large saucepan, combine 2 cups of rolled oats, 2 cups of 2% milk, 1 cup of water, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- 6
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are tender and the mixture has thickened to your desired consistency.
- 7
Remove oatmeal from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons of honey, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
- 8
Divide the oatmeal among four serving bowls. Top each bowl with the cinnamon apple mixture.
- 9
Garnish each bowl with a dollop of Greek yogurt (about 2 tablespoons per bowl), a sprinkle of toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, and a light dusting of the remaining 1 tablespoon of brown sugar.
- 10
Serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
420
12g
64g
16g
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