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Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

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This Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal is topped with caramelized apples and crunchy pecans for an irresistible, healthy breakfast that’s much more decadent than it looks. This breakfast treat is gluten-free, refined sugar-free + vegan!

I’ve been sitting here wondering what to call this bowl of delicious apple oatmeal for a little while now. My sister’s suggestions were “apple pie oatmealiciousness” and “caramel apple oatmeal extravaganza” and while more exciting than my usual recipe titles, not exactly SEO friendly or very self-explanatory.

I finally decided on Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal, but MAN how boring does that sound? It reminds me of the instant oatmeal packets from childhood – remember those? And the weird, thin, almost chalky oatmeal it made?

This apple cinnamon oatmeal is such a far cry from those sad breakfast days. This easy and delicious recipe, unlike those sad packets, has the most incredible caramelized apple and pecan topping that takes this oatmeal to a whole new level.

But before we get to the topping, there’s some wonderful stuff going on underneath there too. Let’s get into how to make this goodness.

How to make Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal:

One apple is diced for the whole recipe – half of it gets caramelized for the topping, and the other half is stirred in with the oats.

To help hydrate the oats and add a TON of flavor, I used a combination of apple juice and almond milk. You could go for all of one or the other, but I love that the apple juice adds extra apple flavor and sweetness, while the almond milk provides a bit of creaminess. We add cinnamon and nutmeg for that warm spice flavor, and sweeten things up with maple syrup.

While the oatmeal is simmering away, we’ll get the caramelized apple topping going. You’ll toss the diced apples in a pan with coconut oil and coconut sugar. They’ll simmer and caramelize for a few minutes until you’ve got caramel-like sauce and the apples have gotten nice and tender. Stir in the pecans so they get coated in caramel sauce too!

How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 1 serving and is best served immediately, but it can be easily scaled up for however many people you’re serving with little effort. The resulting bowl of oatmeal is an apple lover’s dream!

The creamy oatmeal has a bold apple taste thanks to the apple juice and the diced apples retain a nice bite. The cinnamon and nutmeg add the perfect amount of warmth! My personal favorite part though is the caramelized apple pecan topping.

The best oatmeal bowl toppings! 

If you want to take this apple cinnamon oatmeal to the next level I recommend the following options. I swear the combination of cashew maple sauce and dairy-free yogurt makes this feel like apple pie for breakfast! 

  • Culina coconut yogurt (or your favorite) 
  • Cashew butter + Maple syrup (whisk together for a yummy syrup texture!)
  • Crunchy granola of choice 
  • Dash of sea salt!

The caramelized apples are sweet, a little sticky, and perfectly tender…you’ll be hard-pressed not to eat the topping on its own. This is a breakfast that’ll make any day feel special and is sure to warm up your chilly mornings. Enjoy!

If you decide to try this Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal, let me know how you like it in the comments below, and if you post on social media, be sure to tag me @bakeritablog and #bakerita so I can see your creation!! Enjoy :D

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Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal with Caramelized Apples + Pecans


  • Author: Rachel Conners
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
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This Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal is topped with caramelized apples and crunchy pecans for an irresistible, healthy breakfast that’s much more decadent than it looks. This breakfast treat is gluten-free, refined sugar-free + vegan!


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Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup rolled oats, gluten-free if necessary
  • ½ medium apple, peeled and diced into bite-sized pieces
  • ⅓ cup 100% pure apple juice
  • ⅓ cup non–dairy milk, I used almond
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or to taste

For the caramel apple topping

  • ½ medium apple, peeled and diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pecans

Optional extra toppings

  • Dairy-free coconut yogurt
  • Cashew butter + Maple syrup
  • Granola of choice

 


Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine oats, diced apples, apple juice, almond milk, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Simmer until liquid has absorbed into the oats, stirring frequently to prevent burning, for about 8-10 minutes. Add maple syrup to taste.
  2. Meanwhile, in a separate small saucepan, melt the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the diced apple chunks and coconut sugar. Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has melted and formed a caramel-like sauce on the apples. Stir in the pecans.
  3. Serve the oatmeal immediately, topped with the caramelized apples. Enjoy!
  • Category: Breakfast

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  1. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

    October 26, 2016 at 4:18 am

    I think you decided on the perfect name for this oatmeal! Those caramelized apples are just reeling me in. This looks SO good, Rachel! I wish I could reach through my screen and grab this for breakfast!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      October 26, 2016 at 9:09 am

      We’re both on the oatmeal train today, huh?! Haha! Thanks so much Gayle!

      Reply
  2. Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious says

    October 26, 2016 at 4:20 am

    Naming recipes is hard! I would take a big bowl of this right now. It’s been too long since I’ve had oatmeal and I’ve got tons of apples that need to be used soon.

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      October 26, 2016 at 9:09 am

      Mm it’s the best thing this time of year! Thanks so much, Megan.

      Reply
  3. [email protected] says

    October 26, 2016 at 7:43 am

    This is as far from those instant oatmeal packets from childhood that we can get! So warm and comforting! The perfect way to start the day!! I just love those caramelized apples!!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      October 26, 2016 at 9:10 am

      Caramelized apples are seriously the best thing. Thanks so much, Annie!

      Reply
  4. Medha says

    October 26, 2016 at 10:22 am

    That warm apple topping really takes this oatmeal to the next level :)

    Reply
  5. Sian says

    October 26, 2016 at 10:25 am

    Any thoughts on how to prep so that I could make at home and reheat at work? Could I just prep both parts, store them separately, and reheat?

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      October 26, 2016 at 12:58 pm

      Hi Sian – you could definitely do that! You could also try prepping the oats “overnight oats” style by combining all the ingredients for the oatmeal the night before and letting it absorb overnight. You could also prep the caramelized apples beforehand, and then heat them both at work. You may need to add a bit of milk to the oats when reheating, depending on how thin or thick you like them. Hope this helps!!

      Reply
  6. Summer says

    October 26, 2016 at 10:30 am

    Such a nice recipe♥ Loving it♥

    Reply
  7. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    October 26, 2016 at 10:35 am

    The name sounds just perfect to me! And it looks (and I bet tastes) even better! I just know that I would get up early just to have this for breakfast! Such a comforting fall breakfast and nice touch with the pecans for texture! Big big YUM!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      October 26, 2016 at 1:01 pm

      Thanks so much Dawn!! Pecans are my favorite – love the buttery crunch :)

      Reply
  8. Blair @ The Seasoned Mom says

    October 26, 2016 at 10:42 am

    One of the prettiest bowls of oatmeal I’ve ever seen! This seriously sounds like the most perfect fall breakfast!

    Reply
  9. Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says

    October 26, 2016 at 10:57 am

    Why am I so obsessed with oatmeal? I have been known to eat it for dinner. I am loving those apples on top! So comforting on these cold fall days!

    Reply
  10. Megan - The Emotional Baker says

    October 26, 2016 at 11:23 am

    Wow! This looks like the perfect breakfast :) I tried making apple oats the other day, but they weren’t this stunning. I’ll have to try this version next!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      October 26, 2016 at 1:04 pm

      If you like apple oats, you’ll love these! Took me a few tries to get apple-y enough, cause I’m a total apple addict. This version is definitely the winner though! Thanks, Megan :)

      Reply
  11. Natasha @ Salt & Lavender says

    October 26, 2016 at 12:06 pm

    Definitely my kind of oatmeal!! Apples and cinnamon are perfect together :)

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      October 26, 2016 at 12:55 pm

      Aren’t they?! Thanks so much Natasha!

      Reply
  12. marcie says

    October 26, 2016 at 1:04 pm

    Caramelized apples are some of the best things about fall, whether they’re in a crisp or on top of oatmeal! This is such a cozy fall breakfast, Rachel, and I’m going to have to make it this weekend!

    Reply
  13. Rhian @ Rhian's Recipes says

    October 26, 2016 at 2:39 pm

    This looks awesome! What a perfect treat to wake up to on an chilly autumn morning :)

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      October 26, 2016 at 4:48 pm

      Thanks so much, Rhian!

      Reply
  14. Karen @ The Food Charlatan says

    October 26, 2016 at 4:45 pm

    I think your sister nailed it with “apple pie oatmealiciousness” haha! Love this I’m craving breakfast now!

    Reply
  15. traci | Vanilla And Bean says

    October 27, 2016 at 8:41 am

    One of my favorite breakfasts for fall, Rachel! No doubt those packets were good… when we thought they were good :D But oh my the real deal beats those quick oats hands down! Delicious work my dear!

    Reply
  16. Amanda says

    October 27, 2016 at 10:43 am

    Apple oatmeal extravaganza sounds pretty good to me! Seriously, these carmalized apples look amazing!

    Reply
  17. Kelly says

    October 27, 2016 at 11:58 am

    This looks so amazing, Rachel! Oatmeal is my favorite and I love apple cinnamon anything! Definitely wish I had a bowl of this for breakfast this morning!

    Reply
  18. Ashley says

    October 27, 2016 at 12:20 pm

    This reminds me a lot of my breakfast the past couple of days. Ever since I bought apple cider I have been cooking my oats in it! I love how it adds another dimension of flavor and warmth =) And of course apple and crunchy nuts/seeds on top is a must!

    Reply
  19. Jeanine Cleary says

    November 1, 2016 at 8:20 am

    Made this for breakfast. I did not put in the pecans, i used oat milk, unpasteurized apple cider, and omitted the maple syrup (which i do like but it already had the apple cider an coconut sugar) I used a gala apple. Total delight.

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      November 1, 2016 at 9:01 am

      So glad you enjoyed it Jeanine!

      Reply
  20. Erin M says

    August 23, 2017 at 11:40 am

    Would regular milk work? I want to make this for my son but he has a nut allergy.

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      August 23, 2017 at 1:39 pm

      Yes any type of milk will work here! Enjoy :)

      Reply
  21. Pam says

    August 30, 2017 at 8:41 pm

    This is heavenly! Just another thought that others might enjoy…………when apples are in season, I like to make an abundance of the caramelized apple pecan topping, cool it, and portion it into single servings (I save yogurt containers to use for this) and then freeze. I also add in raisins along with the apples and pecans. This way, I have a quick oatmeal topping for mornings that I might be rushed for time. Thanks so much, Rachel, for sharing this terrific recipe!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      August 31, 2017 at 8:55 am

      Hi Pam, thanks so much for sharing your feedback and your wonderful prep idea – that’s a great thought for when you need breakfast in a flash! So glad you’re enjoying this one.

      Reply

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