Description
A hearty, healthy, and comforting breakfast recipe perfect for chilly days: Brown Sugar Oatmeal with Maple Cinnamon Apples.
Ingredients
Scale
for the brown sugar oatmeal
- 1 cup whole milk (or non-dairy milk of choice)
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 cup rolled (old-fashioned) oats ¹
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
for the maple cinnamon apples
- 1 large apple, cored and chopped
- 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 Tbsp light brown sugar, packed
- 2 tsp pure maple syrup, plus more for serving
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
for the brown sugar oatmeal
- In a medium saucepan over high heat, bring the milk, water, and salt just to a boil.
- Add the oats, and turn the heat down to medium. Cook for 1-2 minutes, then add the brown sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon, and cook for another 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oatmeal is thick and creamy.
- Divide between bowls, top with the maple cinnamon apples, and serve warm. Enjoy!!
for the maple cinnamon apples
- Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the brown sugar, and stir to combine. Let cook for a minute or two, until the sugar has melted into the butter.
- Add the chopped apple to the skillet, and stir to coat. Drizzle with the maple syrup and sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are golden and tender, 4-5 minutes. Serve over the oatmeal along with the juices. May be made in advance and kept refrigerated for 3-4 days. Reheat before serving.
Notes
¹ Be sure to check if your oats are certified gluten-free, if that’s a concern.
Other favorite toppings: maple roasted pears, 1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries, and/or 1/4 cup sliced almonds or pecans.
Keywords: brown sugar oatmeal, maple cinnamon apples, homemade oatmeal, easy,