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Apple Cake Oats

Apple cake oats - the image shows a bowl of oatmeal with sliced apples and pecans on top. the bowl is made of ceramic and is placed on a dark blue tablecloth. the oatmeal is light brown in color and has a speckled texture. the apples are cut into small cubes and are arranged in a circular pattern on top of the oatmeal. there are also some nuts scattered around the bowl. in the background, there is a wooden cutting board with sliced peaches on it. the overall mood of the image is warm and inviting.

A warm and comforting breakfast that tastes like apple cake in a bowl. These apple cake oats combine rolled oats with fresh apples, cinnamon, and a touch of maple syrup for a naturally sweet and satisfying start to your day.

Ingredients

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1 cup rolled oats
1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and diced
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons chopped walnuts (optional, for topping)
1 tablespoon raisins (optional, for topping)

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, almond milk, diced apple, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes or until the oats are soft and the mixture has thickened.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the pure maple syrup and vanilla extract until well combined.
Divide the apple cake oats evenly between two bowls.
If desired, sprinkle chopped walnuts and raisins on top for added texture and flavor.
Serve warm and enjoy your apple cake oats!