Easy Apple Pie Oatmeal Recipe | Oatmeal from Scratch Julie Blanner (2024)

Apple Pie oatmeal is a delicious warm breakfast that takes just 10 minutes to make. High in protein and fiber, a bowl of this healthy breakfast will keep you feeling full until lunchtime. Easy to make and kid friendly!

The girls love eating oatmeal for breakfast. Ani calls it oappymeal – I’m not exactly sure how it started, but I’ll be sad when she grows out of it. They’re growing up all too fast, thanks to time and lots of healthy meals.

Last month, I started driving Adalyn to school, which gives us an additional 45 minutes to spend together in the morning. Mornings feel a bit more leisurely now and I have time to make them something a little healthier than a bowl of cereal.

I was tired of serving them oatmeal out of a packet and wondering what the powder substance consists of, so I started making homemade oatmeal, which only takes a few extra minutes.

I’ve been experimenting with different low sugar, high protein “flavors” and have found a favorite – Apple Pie Oatmeal. I’m giving you permission to eat pie for breakfast, without the guilt. And for more of my favorite Easy Breakfast Ideas, head over to this incredible roundup!

Apple Pie Oatmeal

To keepmy kidsfuller longer, Iam always looking for more ways to get more protein in them. I make Apple Pie Oatmealand walnuts, whichhas moreproteinthan other milk,and minimizetheirsugarintake,so that they don’t crash.

I use just a touch of butter with apple pie spice and cinnamon to marinate fresh apples cubes. It makes the kitchensmell delightful, just like fall.

I love that this breakfast feels like a real treat, it doesn’t get any better than dessert for breakfast! This oatmeal is full of the flavors of fall and the smell fills the kitchen as you are cooking it.

It’s slightly sweet from the cinnamon and brown sugar without be sickly and there’s nothing quite like a warming breakfast on a chilly day.

Apple Pie Oatmeal Ingredients

• Butter –I use unsalted butter in this oatmeal recipe. If you use salted, omit the added salt.
• Apple –This breakfast is a great way to get a little fresh fruit into your families diet. Use whatever apples you have in your fridge, Granny Smith, Gala and Honeycrisp all work well.
• Brown Sugar –Brown sugar adds a wonderful rich sweetness to this breakfast and you only need a small amount. If you are in a pinch you can substitute it for white.
• Spices – Apple Pie Spice, Cinnamon and Salt.The salt brings out the sweetness of the apple pie spice and cinnamon. If you are using salted butter you can omit the salt.
• Milk –I use 1% milk, but you can use whatever you have.
• Oats –I like to use old fashioned or rolled oats for my oatmeal. You can use quick oats, but they can become quite mushy, steel cut oats will require a longer cooking time.
• Walnuts or Pecans –To top the oatmeal.

How To Make Apple Pie Oatmeal

It’s so easy and quick to make this delicious breakfast for the family!

1. 

   In a saucepan over medium heat, add butter, apple, brown sugar, apple pie spice, cinnamon and salt. Stir until soft, about 3 minutes.

2. 

   

   Add milk and increase heat to medium high until it comes to a gentle boil.

3. 

   Reduce heat to medium and add oats. Stir frequently until oatmeal is soft and milk is absorbed, about 5 minutes.

4. Optional: stir in 1/4 c milk

5. Top with walnuts or pecans and enjoy!

Is Oatmeal Gluten-Free?

Great news for anyone who has an intolerance to gluten, or if anyone in your family is sensitive. Oats are naturally gluten-free as well as being a great source of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. If you are sensitive to gluten, be sure that the oats are certified gluten-free as they are often processed in the same space as wheat products.

Tips To Make Apple Pie Oatmeal

• You can make the oatmeal several days ahead of time and keep it in an airtight container in the fridge. I often make a big batch as it will keep for 3 or 4 days.
• You can reheat the oatmeal in the microwave or on the stovetop for a quick hot breakfast.
• To make the oatmeal vegan, use a plant based butter and a dairy free milk such as oat, hemp or soy.
• For a lower calorie oatmeal, you can substitute half of the milk for water.

For More Breakfast Recipes

• Chorizo Burrito Mexican Breakfast Casserole
• Apple Cinnamon Bread Recipe
• Strawberry Muffins
• Easy Cinnamon Rolls

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