Stovetop Apple Pie Oatmeal (With Apple Cider) Recipe
This Stovetop Apple Pie Oatmeal recipe combines the warm, comforting flavors of apple cider and cinnamon with hearty rolled oats. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or snack, it delivers a deliciously creamy texture with an optional touch of heavy cream for extra richness. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy mornings or chilly days when you crave something wholesome and satisfying.
- Author: Luna
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Oats and Liquids
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
Flavorings and Add-ins
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp kosher salt
- Boil Apple Cider with Spices and Butter: In a saucepan, combine the apple cider, ground cinnamon, kosher salt, and unsalted butter. Heat over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. This step infuses the liquid with the warm flavors of cinnamon and prepares it for cooking the oats.
- Add Oats and Simmer: Once boiling, stir in the old-fashioned rolled oats. Reduce the heat to a simmer to ensure the oats cook gently without sticking or burning. Keep stirring occasionally to prevent clumping.
- Cook Until Tender: Let the oats simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until they have absorbed most of the liquid and reached a creamy consistency. The oats should be tender but not mushy.
- Stir in Cream and Serve: After cooking, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the heavy cream if using. This adds richness and creaminess to the oatmeal. Serve hot for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- For a dairy-free or vegan version, omit the heavy cream or substitute with a plant-based cream such as oat or almond milk.
- You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar or adding a drizzle of maple syrup.
- To add texture and flavor, top with chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans and some fresh apple slices.
- Apple cider with no added sugar can be used for a less sweet oatmeal.
- This recipe can be doubled or halved depending on the number of servings needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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