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Creamy oats topped with cinnamon, apple and brown sugar mixture

Quick Cinnamon and apple oats

Culinary Quest Curator
These Quick Cinnamon and Apple Oats are creamy, cosy, and packed with warming cinnamon and tender apple. They're a wholesome breakfast that's ready in minutes, making them ideal for busy weekdays or whenever you need a nourishing start to the day.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Breakfast
Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup (120g) rolled oats
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk (or your preferred dairy-free alternative)
  • ½ an apple diced (I prefer pink lady apples for added sweetness)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (1/2 tablespoons if you’re not into sweet breakfasts)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions
 

Bowl 1

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, mix all ingredients until well combined.
  • Microwave on high for 90 seconds to 2 minutes, stirring halfway.
  • Let it sit for 1 minute and continue to bowl 2

Bowl 2

  • Add in the apple, cinnamon, brown sugar and a teaspoon of water to a microwave-safe bowl.
  • Heat in the microwave for 1- 2 minutes stiring every 30 seconds
  • Remove the cinnamon apple topping when the sugar is dissolved.
  • Top the oats with the cinnamon apple mixture and some chopped pecans, serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  1. If you would like a vegan-friendly alternative, swap the whole milk for your favourite plant-based milk.
  2. Add to or swap the toppings with your personal favourites.
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