Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Oatmeal with Toasted Walnuts

Name: Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Oatmeal with Toasted Walnuts
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats; 1 cup water; 1 medium apple; 1/2 tsp cinnamon; 1/4 cup walnuts; 1 tbsp maple syrup

A comforting breakfast with warm spices and crunchy nuts, ready in under 15 minutes.

Cuisine: American

Category: Breakfast

Prep: 5 minutes. Cook: 10 minutes.

Serves 1.

Ingredients

1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1 cup water
1 medium apple
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 cup walnuts
1 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions

Step 1: Combine 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats and 1 cup water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until oats are creamy and thickened.
Step 2: While oats cook, core and dice 1 medium apple into 1/4-inch pieces. Stir diced apple and 1/2 tsp cinnamon into the oats during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
Step 3: Remove from heat, stir in 1 tbsp maple syrup, and top with 1/4 cup toasted walnuts (toasted in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes until fragrant) before serving.