Maple-Spiced Oatmeal with Toasted Walnuts

Name: Maple-Spiced Oatmeal with Toasted Walnuts
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup rolled oats; 2 cups water; 2 tbsp maple syrup; 1/2 tsp cinnamon; 1/4 cup, chopped walnuts; 1 tsp unsalted butter; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; a pinch pinch of salt

A comforting breakfast bowl featuring rolled oats simmered with maple syrup, cinnamon, and toasted walnuts.

Cuisine: American

Category: Breakfast

Prep: 5 minutes. Cook: 12 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

1 cup rolled oats
2 cups water
2 tbsp maple syrup
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 cup, chopped walnuts
1 tsp unsalted butter
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
a pinch pinch of salt

Instructions

Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup rolled oats, 2 cups water, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Step 2: Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently, until oats are thickened and tender. Stir in 2 tbsp maple syrup and 1 tsp unsalted butter until melted.
Step 3: Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 tsp vanilla extract. Transfer to bowls and top with 1/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts before serving.