🍎 Delicious Oatmeal & Apples (No Flour, No Sugar)

⏱ Time

25 minutes total

🍽 Servings

2–3 servings

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned)

• 2 medium apples, peeled and diced

• 1 cup milk (or almond/oat milk)

• ½ cup water

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

• 1 tbsp coconut oil or butter (optional)

• ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)

Optional Natural Add-Ins

• 2 tbsp raisins or dates, chopped

• 2 tbsp chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds)

• 1 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseed

• Fresh berries for topping

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Apples

• In a saucepan over medium heat, add apples and water.

• Cook 5–7 minutes, stirring, until apples soften and release juices.

2️⃣ Add Oats & Flavor

• Stir in oats, milk, cinnamon, vanilla, salt, nutmeg, and coconut oil if using.

• Reduce heat to medium-low.

3️⃣ Simmer

• Cook 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until oats are creamy and apples are tender.

4️⃣ Finish

• Stir in raisins, nuts, or seeds if using.

• Remove from heat and let sit 2 minutes to thicken.

5️⃣ Serve

• Spoon into bowls.

• Top with berries or extra apple slices if desired.

🌟 Why It’s Naturally Sweet

• Apples release natural sugars when cooked

• Cinnamon enhances sweetness without sugar

• Oats provide a creamy, satisfying texture

💡 Tips for Best Results

• Use sweet apples (Fuji, Gala, Honeycrisp)

• Chop apples small for even cooking

• Add more milk if you prefer thinner oatmeal

🔄 Variations

• Baked version: Bake at 180°C / 350°F for 25 minutes

• Protein boost: Add Greek yogurt or nut butter

• Vegan: Use plant-based milk and skip butter

• Baby-friendly: Mash apples well and skip nuts.