Apple Pie Oatmeal

Grated apple, grated fresh ginger, cinnamon, vanilla, oats, and nuts make this Apple pie flavored oatmeal sensational and a healthy way to start the day.

Everyone says that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. I agree, and I also think what you start out eating, sets the tone for what you eat the rest of the day.

If I start the day with fast carbs ( like pancakes ) , I feel bloated and crave more of the same all day long.

If I skip breakfast, then I end up really hungry and around 10:30 am and I start grabbing what ever is around

A good wholesome slow carb breakfast like oatmeal keeps my blood sugar stable and keeps me satisfied. ( Make sure you buy gluten free certified oats)

This recipe for apple pie oatmeal is fragrant flavorful and healthy. It is a tasty mix of fruit and oats with an aroma from the cinnamon and vanilla that is tantalizing. What's more, the recipe is quick and easy to make.

I've read many articles that say that oats are also good for helping to lower cholesterol. This oatmeal is high in fiber and rich in antioxidants. In addition, cinnamon can help stabilize blood sugar and the walnuts and chia seeds provide some Omega 3's.

Since reading the scientific studies about how nuts can help reduce your risk of developing diabetes, I always add walnuts to my oatmeal recipes.

Why did I call the recipe apple pie flavored oatmeal? Because it contains many of the spices and ingredients of apple pie.

Are oats gluten free? Yes, only if you buy oatmeal labeled " gluten free oats" which is found in most health food stores ( Trader Joe's has their own brand of gluten free oats) . Many with gluten intolerance tolerate gluten free oats; however, some may not.

Why aren't all oatmeal gluten free ? I wrote a blog post about oats last year. To understand why you need to purchase certified gluten free oatsl Read this

I make this recipe three different ways:

Sometimes, I just don't feel like cleaning a messy pot. So, I made my oatmeal without cooking it. It comes out a little loose, but it's ok for me. To make it quickly, I just combine the boiling water with the oats in a mug and then add all the ingredients/ If you like a thicker oatmeal, just follow the directions for cooking the oatmeal, and it will be thick and pasty.

Ingredients:

This recipe makes oatmeal for one or you can double the oatmeal and boiling water if you are making it for two, and adjust the other ingredients.

Make them to taste. Perhaps 6 walnuts , chopped for two people..

Directions:

Cook it Method

Bring water to a boil

Add oatmeal and stir until it becomes pasty . Shut off heat and add remainder of ingredients. Stir and eat..

Don't cook it method:

Put all ingredients ( except water) in a mug. Add the boiling water, and let sit covered for 5-10 minutes . Stir and eat- ( this method make a loose oatmeal)

Overnight method: This is my favorite way of making oatmeal. You do not cook the oatmeal. You simply assemble and mix all of the ingredients in a cup or wide mouth small mason jar. Place in the refrigerator overnight. The oats will thicken, the flavors will mingle and the taste will be delicious. Please note that Overnight oatmeal is eaten cold. I love eating it this way in the summer months. I substitute almond milk for the water when I use this method. It tastes like a delicious cold parfait in the morning. I've made overnight oatmeal other ways with different fruit as well.

Gather the Ingredients for the oatmeal Combine the ingredients with boiling water . The oatmeal will be loose oatmeal.

Since I'm the only one eating oatmeal on a weekday mornings, I make it for one.

This recipe is well balanced and provides lots of nutrition with oats, fruit, nuts, and spices!

Add some coconut oil or butter if you like.

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