Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Recipe (Stovetop, 10 Minutes)
Creamy and healthy apple cinnamon oatmeal made with rolled oats and almond milk, topped with a warm apple–cinnamon butter for big fall flavor. Ready in 10 minutes on the stovetop, naturally dairy-free, and perfect for cozy meal prep breakfasts.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Large Skillet
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- Pinch fine salt
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup divided
- 1 ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon divided
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large apple cored and diced small
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine oats, almond milk, 1 teaspoon cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until creamy.
- Sweeten with 2 tablespoons of maple syrup and add vanilla. Keep warm.
- Meanwhile, heat butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add diced apple,maple syrup, and cinnamon. Cook, stirring often, until the apples are tender.
- Spoon oatmeal into bowls and top generously with the warm apple-cinnamon butter. Add extra cinnamon, walnuts, or a drizzle of maple if you like to enjoy.
Notes
- Use rolled oats so that your oatmeal is creamy and not mushy.
- Using almond milk instead of other milks will give a very creamy texture.
- Don’t overcook the oats or else they will get clumpy when cooled.
- Don’t add too much sweetener to this recipe as apples are already sweet.
- If your oatmeal is too runny, give a few extra minutes to thicken.
- Make sure to use fresh apples so they don’t get mushy or release too much water.
