Naturally Sweetened Oatmeal
Are you trying to cut down on refined sugar? Here’s a great option, Oatmeal sweetened with apples.
As the apples cook with the oatmeal they release their natural juices to add a delicate sweetness to the oatmeal. Adding some cinnamon is a perfect pairing with the apples that give it a comfy cozy warmness. Don’t forget to add your favorite toppings for a hearty way to start the day, give you energy and sustain you until lunch. So easy to keep it natural by simply using fruit as your sweetener.
Naturally Sweetened Oatmeal
Sweetened with just apples for a refined sugar free oatmeal option
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- ½ c whole or quick cooking oats
- ½ apple diced small
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp non dairy milk (optional)
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil.
- Add oats to water and cook as directed, depending on if you're using whole or quick cooking oats. Whole oats may take a bit more time then quick cooking oats.
- Half way through cooking process add 1/2 the apple and continue to cook through.
- Add non dairy milk, if using.
- Once cooked pour into serving bowl, add remaining apples and your favorite oatmeal toppings. Nuts, seeds, chocolate chips, peanut butter, chocolate hummus, more fruit.
