A comforting and wholesome breakfast porridge made with rolled oats, fresh apples, and warm cinnamon, sweetened with maple syrup for a cozy and nutritious start to your day.
Author:patricia seramento
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Breakfast
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned)
2 cups milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)
1 cup water
1 large apple, peeled, cored, and diced
2–3 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil
Instructions
Heat butter or coconut oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add diced apple and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.
Stir in cinnamon and maple syrup, cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add rolled oats and toast for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Pour in milk and water, add salt, and bring to a gentle simmer.
Reduce heat to low and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until oats are tender and porridge has thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Let stand for 2-3 minutes before serving. Add additional milk or toppings as desired.
Notes
Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for best texture.
Adjust consistency with more milk or water if too thick.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For vegan version, use plant-based milk and coconut oil.