Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal with Walnuts
Creamy oats simmered with apple and cinnamon, finished with walnuts, Greek yogurt, and honey. Whole grains, fruit, and nuts in one bowl.

- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Total
- 20 min
- Serves
- 2
Instructions
- 1
Bring the water, two-thirds of the diced apple, the cinnamon, and the salt to a simmer in a small saucepan. Cook 3 minutes, until the apple softens.
- 2
Stir in the oats and the milk. Simmer over medium-low, stirring every couple of minutes, until the oats are creamy and most of the liquid is absorbed, 10 to 12 minutes.
- 3
Take the pan off the heat and let it sit, covered, for 2 minutes to thicken.
- 4
Divide between two bowls. Top with the reserved raw apple, the walnuts, a spoonful of Greek yogurt, and a drizzle of honey.
Equipment
- Small saucepan
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