Description
This Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Porridge is the perfect breakfast to start your day! It’s warm, hearty, and filled with comforting flavors. The oatmeal is spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, while the sweet, caramelized apples on top take it to the next level. This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free (with plant-based milk), and takes less than 20 minutes to make! Ideal for chilly mornings, it’s a nutritious and satisfying meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Oatmeal:
- 1 cup thick-cut rolled oats (gluten-free)
- 1 medium Granny Smith apple, peeled and diced
- 4 cups almond milk (or your favorite plant-based milk)
- 1/2 cup condensed milk (or coconut milk for vegan)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- Pinch of sea salt
For the Caramelized Apples:
- 1 medium Gala apple, sliced with skin on
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or vegan butter)
- 1/2 cup organic brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
Optional Toppings:
- Toasted walnuts or pecans
- Drizzle of maple syrup
Instructions
- Make the Oatmeal:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the oats, diced Granny Smith apple, almond milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and a pinch of sea salt.
- Heat over medium-high, stirring frequently, and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are tender and creamy with some liquid remaining.
- Stir in the condensed milk (or coconut milk for a vegan version) and maple syrup. Continue to simmer for another 1-2 minutes to incorporate the sweetness.
- Remove from heat.
- Caramelize the Apples:
- In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
- Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt, stirring until the mixture bubbles slightly (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the sliced Gala apple and toss to coat in the caramel mixture.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and the caramel sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat.
- Assemble and Serve:
- Spoon the oatmeal into serving bowls.
- Top with the caramelized apples and toasted walnuts or pecans.
- Drizzle with additional maple syrup for extra sweetness, if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Vegan Option: Use coconut milk instead of condensed milk and vegan butter instead of regular butter.
- Oats: If you prefer a creamier texture, you can use quick oats instead of thick-cut rolled oats. However, this will change the texture and cooking time.
- Sweetness: Feel free to adjust the amount of maple syrup based on your sweetness preference.
- Toppings: For added protein, sprinkle some chia seeds or add a spoonful of yogurt on top.
- Apple Varieties: You can swap the Gala apple for any other variety that caramelizes well, such as Fuji or Honeycrisp.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63 g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg