This apple pie oatmeal cinnamon recipe is a personal favorite. Why? Because it’s a single serving recipe (or two for kids), with a cooking time of three minutes. Yes — three minutes!

And with the 8g fiber and 11g protein, this is a perfectly healthy, easy oatmeal recipe for the perfect breakfast on busy mornings. Quick and delicious, this homemade oatmeal is sure to become your go-to oatmeal recipe.

WHY You’ll Love This Oatmeal Cinnamon Recipe with Apples

Not only is this apple cinnamon oatmeal recipe a quick cook and a delicious way to start your day, there are actually several other reasons I think you will love this oatmeal.

• This is a fill-you-up breakfast that will keep you full. With the protein and fiber in this oatmeal, you will certainly be satisfied for the morning.
• Not only does this recipe have good fiber and protein, it’s a low fat recipe as well. It only has 3.5g of fat in the whole thing.
• There is no added sugar in this recipe either. Full of simple ingredients, this is a great way to get plenty of good vitamins and minerals to start your day.
• Made with almond milk, this recipe is dairy free. (Not on a dairy free diet? Feel free to use milk instead. You could also try oat milk, although I haven’t.)
• This recipe is also flexible in case you are on a gluten free diet. Just use gluten-free oats instead and you’re set!
• It’s super fast to make on a busy day. No steel cut oats in a medium saucepan on medium heat. No slow cooker. And no soaking overnight in the fridge either. Instead, you can just get up and go!

There are several reasons to love this creamy oatmeal recipe (and to make it over and over)!

1. STEAM YOUR APPLES

The first order of business in this oatmeal cinnamon recipe is to chop and steam your fresh apples. (This is what makes this easy breakfast recipe so quick!) I like to chop my apples in bite-size pieces and steam them in my microwave steamer (similar to this one). I just put enough water in the steamer to cover the bottom so the apples don’t dry out, and about a minute or two in the microwave will do it!

2. Combine all other ingredients

While the apples are cooking, you will combine all the other ingredients for this healthy apple cinnamon oatmeal into a microwave safe bowl. This includes your quick cooking oats (or instant oats), almond milk, applesauce, apple juice, cinnamon, a pinch of salt, and pure vanilla extract. Give them a good stir, and then they are ready to cook.

3. Cook the Oats

Now that the apples are done in the microwave, you will swap them out for the oat mixture. The quick oats will cook (covered with a lid like this or paper towel) on high for two minutes.

4. Mix in Apples

Once the oats are done cooking, then it’s time to stir in the apples. And just like that, you’re finished and ready to enjoy a healthy breakfast.

More Oatmeal Recipes

Looking for other recipes with oats? Certainly!

• Triple Berry Oatmeal Bake – this one is a big hit with my family when we have breakfast for dinner.
• Breakfast Bars with Oats and Chocolate – it may be a breakfast recipe, but we eat them for snacks!
• Oatmeal Cookies with Chocolate Chips – a kid favorite in our house.
• Oatmeal Cookies with Orange and Raspberry – this easy recipe is bursting with good flavor!

CARBS FOR THIS Oatmeal Cinnamon RECIPE

There are 51g of carbs in this recipe, but once you take fiber into account, you have 43g net carbs. (Need help counting carbs for your recipes? Check out my blog post with step-by-step instructions!)

Be sure to work this into your diet how you best manage your diabetes. And be sure to count the total carbs in the specific products you use. Different brands vary in ingredients, so be fully sure of the nutritional information in what you’re eating.

WHAT MAKES THIS Oatmeal Cinnamon RECIPE DIABETIC FRIENDLY?

The term “diabetic friendly” is defined differently from person to person. We all have unique diets and ways to manage our diabetes. And although many people with type 2 diabetes may limit carbs and sugar intake for more of a low carb lifestyle, some people with type 1 diabetes will tell you they can eat literally whatever they want as long as they dose for it.

For me personally, after living with type 1 for 30+ years, I consider something to be diabetic friendly if it is either:

• a recipe that combines fat, fiber, and protein to help stabilize blood sugar levels and avoid a blood sugar spike
• a lighter version to the ingredients you would normally find in a traditional version of the recipe

This particular recipe could certainly be either option. There’s great fiber and protein in this recipe, and that helps to slow the digestion of the carbs to help avoid a spike in blood glucose.

And depending on other recipes you have, it may be a lighter version. Many oatmeals (definitely the processed oats you get in the instant oatmeal packets) have added sugars or colors or both. The natural ingredients in this recipe are much friendlier overall.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH THIS Oatmeal Cinnamon RECIPE

Remember, balancing healthy fats, lean protein, and fiber are so important in maintaining good blood sugar levels. Although I generally eat this recipe on its own, you could always eat half of this recipe and pair it with other foods.

Here are a few other food choices that would pair well with this recipe.

• scrambled eggs with a bit of cheese on top
• yogurt and granola
• other fresh fruit (think fibrous options, like raspberries or pears)

VARIATIONS ON THIS Recipe

There are certainly variations you can take on this recipe. Here are just a few ideas that came to my mind right away.

• If you’re looking for a sweeter flavor, try using pure maple syrup instead of honey.
• In case you aren’t on a dairy free diet, you can use regular milk. Or you could try oat milk or soy milk also. Looking for a thicker oatmeal? Use whole milk instead.
• Looking to add a few more grams of protein? Add a swirl of melted peanut butter (or any kind of nut butter you like).
• Next time, swap the cinnamon for either apple pie spice or pumpkin spice for a bit of a different flavor.
• Would you like to try this with different fruit? Pick your favorite fruit and adjust the spices.
• Want to make a big batch for the whole family while you meal prep? Awesome! Just double or triple the recipe and you’ve got it.
• Shake it up with some of your favorite toppings, like nuts or granola for example.

Feel free to personalize however you like!

MAKE AHEAD INSTRUCTIONS

While this is such a quick recipe to make, you can certainly make it ahead of time. Just refrigerate it until you’re ready to eat. And know that you will likely need an extra splash of milk if it’s too thick.

STORING YOUR Recipe FOR LATER

With this being a single-serving recipe, you likely won’t need to store this for later. But perhaps you have children who don’t eat all their food (like I do)! So if you need to store your leftover oatmeal, simply put it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

To reheat, you can microwave it until it’s warm. But know that you will likely need a splash more unsweetened almond milk to help the consistency.

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NOTE: I am not a certified nutritionist or registered dietician. Nothing here should be taken as professional medical advice. Any nutritional information provided should be used as a general guideline and estimate only. For the most accurate information, please calculate based on the specific ingredients and brands you use, as well as any changes you make to the recipe.

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