Ingredients
Caramelized Apples
- 1 apple, diced small
- 1/2 tablespoon vegan butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Oatmeal
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
- Big pinch of salt
- Splash of maple syrup
- Chopped walnuts or pecans, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Caramelized Apples: In a small pan over medium heat, melt the vegan butter. Add the diced apples and cook for a couple of minutes until they start to soften. Stir in the maple syrup, cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of salt. Continue cooking the mixture for 6-8 minutes until the liquid has evaporated and the apples are tender. Remove from heat and mix in the lemon juice and vanilla extract to enhance the flavors.
- Cook the Oatmeal: In a small pot, combine the water and unsweetened almond milk and bring to a boil. Stir in the rolled oats, cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice, a big pinch of salt, and a splash of maple syrup. Reduce the heat to low and cover with a tilted lid. Let it simmer gently for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are soft and the mixture has thickened.
- Assemble and Serve: Once the oatmeal is cooked, transfer it to a bowl. Top generously with the warm caramelized apples and sprinkle with chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture and flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy a comforting, wholesome breakfast.
Notes
- You can substitute maple syrup with agave or honey if not strictly vegan.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup according to taste.
- For a creamier texture, use oat milk or soy milk instead of almond milk.
- Add fresh fruit like sliced bananas or berries as additional toppings.
- Use gluten-free oats if you need a gluten-free version.
- Store leftover oatmeal in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of almond milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
