Growing up, we have all heard the phrase “breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” However, throughout the years, I have found that this statement could not be more true. Whether you have a big test or a relaxing day ahead of you, breakfast is a truly important part of any day. So today, I wanted to share one of my favorite breakfast recipes with you! These apple cinnamon oats are easy to make, filling and most importantly, delicious!
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 washed, diced apple
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 2 cup water*
- 1/4 cup maple syrup, more or less depending on level of preferred sweetness
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 1/4 cup pecans
*add 1 cup of water and 1 cup of milk rather than 2 cups of water for creamier oats
Preparation:
- Place a medium saucepan over medium heat. After butter has melted, add the diced apple into the saucepan. Saute these for 3-4 minutes until the apples begin to soften. Sprinkle in half of the cinnamon at this point along with half of the maple syrup.
- Remove the apples and place aside in a bowl. Now, heat the oats and water over medium heat until the liquid has been absorbed and the oats have softened. This will take about 3-4 minutes.
- Now, add in the leftover cinnamon, maple syrup, vanilla extract, almond butter and pecans. Once combined, stir in the apples from earlier.
- Divide into separate bowls and enjoy!
That’s it! This quick and nutritious recipe makes a great breakfast in the morning. I encourage you to try this recipe out and let me know what you thought!
