This Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal is warming and delicious, packed with beautiful seasonal flavors. This healthy oatmeal porridge is made with simple, wholesome ingredients without refined sugars. Oats, sweet apples, walnuts, and goji berries, make this fall-inspired meal a perfect breakfast.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time5 minutesmins
Total Time10 minutesmins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, British, International
Keyword: apple cinnamon oatmeal, apple cinnamon oatmeal porridge, apple cinnamon oatmeal recipe, apple oatmeal, how to make apple cinnamon oatmeal
Prepare and measure all the ingredients. Use measuring cups. Wash and dice apple into small cubes (no need to peel). Roughly chop the walnuts. Peel and grate or finely slice fresh ginger.
Place oats, milk, half of the diced apples, and goji berries in a small saucepan.
Bring to a boil over high heat. As soon as it boils, reduce heat to medium. Continue cooking for 3-5 minutes until oats soften and apples become tender. Don't forget to stir. I use whisk.
Remove the oats from the heat and stir in hemp seeds, honey / maple syrup, and cinnamon.
Taste the oatmeal and adjust sweetness.
Pour oatmeal in a serving bowl. Set aside.
In a small frying pan, cook the rest of the diced apples with coconut sugar, chopped walnuts, and ginger. Cook for 2-3 minutes until sugar melts and apples soften.
Add topping over the cooked oatmeal.
Serve warm.
Notes
Makes 2 bowls that serve 2 people.Substitutions
You can substitute oat milk with any milk - organic soy milk, cashew milk, or almond milk. Cow’s milk works well too. Coconut milk won't work well here.
You can substitute rolled oats with quick oats. Note: quick oats will turn very mushy if you cook them too long. But if you like creamier, softer texture, then quick oats are the way to go.
You can use honey or maple syrup. See "Recipe tips" for more suggestions.
You can substitute hemp seeds with chia seeds or ground flax seeds.
You can substitute goji berries with any dried fruits.
You can substitute walnuts with almonds or pecans.
See "Recipe variations" for more suggestions.
Tips for storing
You can double the portions and cook extra—store leftovers in a container and cover with the lid. Keep refrigerated for up to 4 days.
To heat the leftover oatmeal in the microwave: Simply add a splash of milk, give it a stir, then pop it in the microwave for about 1 minute, or until heated through.
To heat the leftover oatmeal on the stovetop: Add a bit of milk just to loosen it a bit, then warm it up, stirring on low heat.
See "Recipe tips" for more recipe info. As a measure, I used a US cup (240ml).