About the Recipe
This Apple Cinnamon Walnut Oatmeal is the ultimate comforting breakfast. Chewy steel-cut oats are cooked with cinnamon and a touch of salt, then combined with fresh apples, crunchy walnuts, and optional tart cranberries for extra flavor and nutrients. Naturally gluten-free, plant-based, and rich in fiber, omega-3s, and antioxidants, it supports heart health, blood sugar balance, and keeps you satisfied all morning. Perfect for chilly mornings or anytime you crave a warm, wholesome start to the day.
Ingredients
2 cups water
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp sea salt (optional)
⅔ cup steel-cut oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
1 cup chopped fresh apples
¼ cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup fresh or frozen cranberries
A little brown sugar, date sugar, maple syrup (optional, to sprinkle on top if desired)
Preparation
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
Stir in the steel-cut oats, cranberries, cinnamon, and sea salt if using. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 15–20 minutes, or until the oats are tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the apples for a softer texture, or sprinkle them on top just before serving for a fresher crunch.
Remove from heat and divide into 4 bowls. Sprinkle with walnuts and, if desired, a touch of sweetener. Enjoy warm!
Tips & Variations:
Extra creaminess: Cook oats in half water, half unsweetened plant-based milk.
Batch cook: Make a double batch and reheat with a splash of plant milk for quick breakfasts during the week.
Nutrition Spotlight
Steel-cut oats → High in soluble fiber; support heart health and help lower LDL cholesterol.
Walnuts → Excellent source of plant-based omega-3s; promote brain and heart health.
Apples → Rich in antioxidants and fiber; support digestion and healthy blood sugar balance.
Cranberries → Contain unique phytonutrients that may help prevent urinary tract infections and protect the lining of the bladder; also provide antioxidants and vitamin C.
Cinnamon → Adds natural sweetness and warmth; may help regulate blood sugar levels.
No animals were harmed during the creation of this recipe!
