This apple cinnamon steel cut oats is a simple and delicious recipe and a healthy breakfast using steel cut oats.
About this apple cinnamon steel cut oats
Breakfast is a "MUST" in our home and I don't encourage skipping it. Brain and body needs great kick start in the morning to push us over the day filled with challenges. The right fuel is necessary for that kick start. Healthy options can be included for a healthier life.
Oats is one of my favorite breakfast option and is heart healthier too. My usual bowl full of oats may be savory too like this Masala Oats or Instant Pot Oats Pongal. Sometimes I like plain oats with a little mango or lemon pickle. Other times, depending on the seasonal veggies or fruits, and with the request from my kids, I play around with it for a healthy breakfast.
Apples were ripe and perfect for picking in my friend's backyard. Myself and kids loved picking the apples in JD's backyard. Those were delicious ones. Apples are one of favorite and I love the combo of apples and cinnamon. I like it so much that often I would like to make Apple Crisp For One, yes, single serving to satisfy the cravings. Apple cinnamon oats are always welcome and loved in our home. Fresh homemade ones is full of flavor than store-bought mixes. I prefer making my own. Also, dicing the apple to small pieces helps in faster in cooking as well as for increased flavor in oatmeal. But it would work if you prefer bigger chunks too.
You can replace the milk with any plant based milk to make it vegan. I love to make this almond milk too. It is customizable.
This apple cinnamon stel cut oats is a comforting and healthy family breakfast which you can make easily.
What type of oats to use in this recipe?
I love using steel cut oats for all the recipes other than cookies. You can use rolled oats in this recipe. However, the cooking time will be less. The texture will be different from that of the steel cut oats. I recommend using steel cut oats which is not a processed one. Rolled oats are great for crisps like this Fresh Cherry and Nectarine Crisp with Oat Streusel
Ingredients
To make this heart apple cinnamon steel cuts oats, you will require the following ingredients:
Steel cut oats - provides complete nutrition. Steel cut oats gives texture as well.
Apples - any variety of apples will work.
Brown sugar - sweetens the oatmeal.
Cinnamon - gives flavor and warmth
Milk - adds to the favor and creaminess. Alternatively, use plant based milk.
Water - to cook the oats
Pecan - Adds texture and protein. Instead, you can use your favorite nuts.
Serving Suggestion
This apple cinnamon steel cut oats is great to serve hot or warm. This makes a perfect breakfast and you can serve this for brunch as well. This is comforting and satisfying.
Storage
Leftovers, if any, store it in the refrigerator. It will thicken. Add a little milk and warm it either on stovetop or in a microwave.
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Apple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oats
Ingredients
- ¾ cup Oats
- 1½ cups Apples diced
- ½ tsp Cinnamon
- 6 tbsp Brown sugar
- ½ cup Milk
- 10-12 Pecan
- 1½ cups Water
Instructions
- In a heavy-bottomed sauce pot, add the oats, apples, and cinnamon.
- Add the water and cook for about 10 minutes on medium flame.
- Add the milk and brown sugar and mix.
- Continue to cook for another 10 minutes. Switch off the flame.
- Scoop into serving bowls and add pecans on top. Top with apple slices if preferred.
Colleen - Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck says
Yes, please! Breakfast doesn't get much better than this. Especially when the weather is starting to cool down.
Wendy M. Klik says
A perfect, delicious, nutritious punch to start the day.
Hezzi-D says
I can never get steel cut oats to work for me but for an apple cinnamon version I'll give it another try!
Inger says
A good reminder that I love outmeal! Especially with tasty add-ins like this!
Karen's Kitchen Stories says
Such great flavors and such a pretty presentation. Fun to wake up to.
Marcelle says
I absolutely LOVE apple and cinnamon in oatmeal. This is my kind of breakfast, delicious combo!
Jolene says
I'm terrible about eating breakfast but if I make up a big batch of this and reheat it throughout the week that would be a lot easier!
Lisa says
I love this! I usually add diced apples and cinnamon to my oatmeal. I've not used steel cut oats before, now this recipe has me adding them to my shopping list.