Apple Pie Oatmeal

Cool weather means time for hot breakfasts. I love this apple pie oatmeal. It’s almost like having dessert for breakfast. The kids sure don’t mind. If you want a fun and easy morning treat this oatmeal is frugal with a sweet treat flavor.

This simple breakfast is easy to make and a lot of fun. I like to pair it with some scrambled eggs and a glass of milk for the kids to increase the protine and nutriton though this is by far the most filling part of the meal.

Make this apple pie oatmeal

This will serve two people. We make a much larger batch for our family.

1 cup rolled oats
1/8 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped apples
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice
1/4 cup milk or water

What to do to make your own apple pie oatmeal

Oatmeal is a simple thing to make. Simply mix together and heat. If making a inhale serving you can pop into the microwave. To feed a crowd simply use a pan on the stove over low heat until everything is warm and tasty.

Bonus to this breakfast? The whole house is bound to smell amazing. If you ask me that is a great way to start the day.

Tips for the best oatmeal

Using milk or cream is a great way to add flavor and texture to your oatmeal. If you like a creamy texture this is the best thing you can do. If you want to save money you can still cook your oats in water.

Cook on low to prevent burning your oats. Oatmeal can burn extreamly quc=icly if you get distracted so cooking low and slow reduces the risk.

Don’t be shy to play with flavorings. Oats are really limitless when it comes to what you an do with them. They are a great base for just about any flavor and can be used as a healthy filler to make meals more filling on a budget. Try these tips on ways to use oats to lower your food budget.

We love apple EVERYTHING around here from sensory play to apple cider syrup. You never know what apple fun we will cook up around here like apple bacon pork chops.