Oatmeal, Apple and Carrots
🥕🍎 Start your morning with a vibrant, wholesome breakfast that’s as nutritious as it is cozy! This Oatmeal, Apple and Carrots recipe blends hearty oats, sweet apples, and freshly shredded carrots into a warm, spiced bowl that feels like carrot cake meets apple pie — but in a healthy way! Perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, or slow weekends.
Ingredients:
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy) or water
1 medium apple, peeled and grated or finely chopped
½ cup finely grated carrots (about 1 small carrot)
1 tbsp unsalted butter or coconut oil
1½ tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground ginger
⅛ tsp ground nutmeg
½ tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
1 tbsp raisins or chopped dates (optional)
1 tbsp chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Greek yogurt or nut butter, for topping (optional)
Instructions:
Cook the Oats:
In a medium saucepan, combine oats, milk (or water), and a pinch of salt. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Add Apples and Carrots:
Once the liquid starts to absorb, stir in the grated apple and carrots. Add brown sugar or maple syrup, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Reduce heat to low and continue to cook, stirring frequently, for 8–10 minutes until the oats are soft and creamy, and the flavors meld together beautifully.
Stir in Vanilla:
Once the oatmeal has thickened to your liking, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. For extra richness, stir in a little butter or coconut oil at this stage.
Customize and Enhance:
Fold in raisins, dates, or chopped nuts for added texture and natural sweetness. Feel free to stir in a splash more milk if you prefer your oats on the looser side.
Serve and Top:
Spoon the oatmeal into bowls and top with a swirl of Greek yogurt or a spoonful of almond or peanut butter. Garnish with extra apple slices, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a few toasted walnuts for crunch.
Make-Ahead Tip:
This recipe is great for meal prep! Store portions in airtight containers and reheat with a splash of milk throughout the week.
🍽️ Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 2
✨ Packed with fiber, antioxidants, and cozy fall flavor, this breakfast tastes indulgent but keeps you fueled all morning long!