Warm Spiced Apple and Cinnamon Oatmeal

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-02 · Updated 2026-08-02

A cozy bowl of cinnamon-spiced oatmeal with tender apples and a touch of maple syrup. This American recipe, ready in about 17 minutes, combines rolled oats, water, and apple, peeled and diced into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 2, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 2 cups water
• 1 medium apple, peeled and diced
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup (optional) chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup (optional for creaminess) milk or plant-based milk

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups water and 1/8 tsp salt to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. Step 2: Stir in 1 cup rolled oats, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Step 3: Add 1 peeled and diced medium apple, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg to the oats; continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the oats are tender and the apples soften.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp maple syrup and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract for sweetness and aroma.
5. Step 5: If desired, stir in 1/4 cup milk or plant-based milk for creamier texture.
6. Step 6: Serve hot, topped with 1/4 cup chopped walnuts for crunch.