Cinnamon Apple Steel Cut Oats with Toasted Walnuts
10min
20min
4
380
Chef's Note
For creamier oats, you can soak the steel cut oats overnight in the water portion of the recipe. This cuts the cooking time in half and creates an even silkier texture. If you prefer a more pronounced apple flavor, reserve half the sautéed apples to use as a topping rather than cooking them all into the oatmeal.
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Ingredients
1 cup steel cut oats
3 cups water
1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
2 medium apples (preferably Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
1/2 cup walnuts
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- 1
Toast 1/2 cup of walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside to cool, then roughly chop.
- 2
Core and dice 2 medium apples into 1/2-inch cubes (no need to peel unless preferred).
- 3
In a medium saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the diced apples, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until apples begin to soften.
- 4
Add 1 cup of steel cut oats to the pan and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to coat with the spiced butter.
- 5
Pour in 3 cups of water, 1 cup of milk, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
- 6
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until oats are tender but still have a slight chew.
- 7
Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 3 tablespoons of maple syrup, and the remaining 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
- 8
Divide the oatmeal among four bowls and top each with a portion of the toasted walnuts.
- 9
Serve immediately, offering additional maple syrup on the side if desired.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
380
10g
52g
16g
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