Made in a few short minutes, this creamy applesauce oatmeal recipe is so easy to make! All you need are a handful of good-for-you ingredients, and you’ll have this healthy oatmeal ready in no time. The apple and cinnamon flavor combination makes for such a cozy and flavorful breakfast!
If you want an easy and healthy breakfast that will keep you satisfied until lunch time, this applesauce oatmeal is perfect for you! It’s a hearty and filling meal prep friendly breakfast that you can whip up in less than 15 minutes on the stovetop. It’s a delicious sweetened oatmeal breakfast you will inhale in seconds!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s pretty easy to make. You simply stir all the ingredients together until it has thickened to your liking! It can’t get much easier than that.
- It’s pretty healthy. Oatmeal is rich in fiber, protein, and antioxidants. They also contain a wide range of vitamins and minerals!
- It reheats wonderfully! I’m sure by now you know I’m not a morning person, hence all my breakfast grab-and-go meal preps, and this applesauce oatmeal is no different! Make a batch on Sunday and enjoy it throughout the week while still half asleep lol.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- rolled oats — make sure you are using old-fashioned rolled oats for this oatmeal recipe. Instant oats and quick oats cook much quicker, so you’ll have to adjust the cooking time.
- water
- applesauce — I use unsweetened applesauce that’s made with just apples with the skin still on. So, not only does this applesauce add apple flavors to the oatmeal, you get antioxidants and fiber.
- salt — just a pinch to help bring out the flavor and keep it balanced.
- cinnamon — for some extra cozy flavor. You can also use apple pie spice!
- maple syrup — make sure you use maple syrup and not pancake syrup as they’re not the same! You want real, pure maple syrup to sweeten the applesauce oatmeal. You can also use honey if you prefer.
- milk — a cup of milk stirred in near the end will add extra creaminess and flavor to the oatmeal. You can also use almond milk, soy milk, or cashew milk instead of cows milk.
How to Make Applesauce Oatmeal
- To a saucepan, add the rolled oats, applesauce, cinnamon, salt, and maple syrup.
- Add the water and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer for 4 to 5 minutes while stirring frequently.
- Stir in the milk and lower the heat.
- Simmer for another 4 to 5 minutes or until the oatmeal has thickened to your liking. Add additional sweetener or cinnamon if you prefer.
- Serve immediately with toppings of your choice such as fruit, granola, nut butter, or more maple syrup.
Recipe Tips and Notes
- I like to add the milk near to end to minimize the odds of the milk scalding in the pot.
- You can add some nutmeg to go with the cinnamon.
- If you have an apple on hand, you can dice it and cook it with a splash of maple syrup and some cinnamon to make for a delicious apple topping. Or you can make my air fryer apples to go on top!
Make Ahead Tips
- Meal prep: store the cooked applesauce oatmeal without any toppings in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge once it’s cooled to room temperature. Reheat in the microwave or stovetop. I like to add a splash of milk when reheating on the stovetop to loosen it up.
- Freezer: allow the oatmeal to cool before transferring it into an airtight container before storing in the freezer.
Can I use store-bought applesauce or should I make my own?
Honestly, using store-bought applesauce is much more convenient for me. If you want to make homemade applesauce, go for it!
Should I cook the oatmeal in water or milk?
I use a combination of both water and milk. The milk adds flavor and creaminess that water can’t provide.
How do I prevent the oatmeal from sticking to the pan?
Make sure you lower the heat after you’ve simmered it for 4-5 minutes and stir frequently. This is not a recipe you can walk away from, as the applesauce oatmeal can burn and stick to the side of the pan.
Applesauce Oatmeal
Made in a few short minutes, this creamy applesauce oatmeal recipe is so easy to make! All you need are a handful of good-for-you ingredients and you'll have this healthy oatmeal ready in no time. The apple and cinnamon flavor combination makes for such a cozy and flavorful breakfast!
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Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1½ cups rolled oats
- 1½-2 cups unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1 pinch cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup milk
Equipment
- Small pot
Instructions
- To a saucepan, add the rolled oats, applesauce, cinnamon, salt, maple syrup, and water.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer for 4 to 5 minutes while stirring frequently.
- Stir in the milk and lower the heat. Continue to stir and simmer for another 4 to 5 minutes or until the oatmeal has thickened to your liking. Add additional sweetener or cinnamon if you prefer.
- Serve immediately with toppings of your choice such as fruit, granola, nut butter, or more maple syrup.
Notes
You can use less maple syrup if you prefer the oatmeal to be less sweet.
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Nutrition Per Serving
Calories: 299kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 46mg | Potassium: 360mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 126IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 142mg | Iron: 2mg
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