Apple Steel Cut Oatmeal
This is a classic breakfast recipe made with fresh apples, cinnamon and a few simple ingredients from your pantry!
Servings 4 servings
Calories 230kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup steel cut oatmeal
- 1 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch of nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 1/2 cups hot water
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 2 medium apples chopped (I use Gala or Fuji)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat butter until melted. Add steel cut oats and stir for 2 minutes to toast.
- Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
- Add hot water and apple cider and stir, bringing to a boil. Cover and turn heat down to low; cook oats for 20 minutes.
- Remove lid and stir in chopped apples and maple syrup. Continue cooking, uncovered for 15 minutes, or until oats thicken to your desired texture.
- Serve immediately and garnish with pecans, if desired.
Notes
- You can make this recipe vegan by using a vegan substitute for the butter.
- Use your favorite type of nuts for extra crunchy topping. Pecans, almonds and walnuts are great choices.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat prior to serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 0g | Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 176mg | Potassium: 241mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 135IU | Vitamin C: 4.5mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 0.9mg