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Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal with Protein
A warm and nutritious breakfast combining oats, apples, and protein for a satisfying start to your day.
Ingredients
Oats and Milk
- 1/3 cup old fashioned oats
- 2/3 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
Apple and Spices
- 1 small small apple (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice or a dash of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice
- 1/2 serving vanilla protein powder (optional)
- splash none milk for desired consistency
Toppings
- 1/2 tablespoon almond butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped pecans
Instructions
- Combine oats and milk in a small saucepan and simmer for about 8 minutes, stirring frequently.
- In a separate pan, cook diced apple with a dash of cinnamon until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove oats from heat, stir in apple pie spice and protein powder, adding a splash of milk if needed.
- Top oatmeal with cooked apples, almond butter, and chopped pecans. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to adjust the spice and toppings to your taste.