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Start your morning off right with this healthy apple pie oatmeal recipe!
Few things are as American as apple pie. Except maybe…. oatmeal.
Healthy eaters have all seen our share of oatmeal in the mornings. Maybe even at other times during the day as well. I mean, let’s face it. It’s a quick and healthy dish that travels well. You can’t beat it. Sweet or savory, oatmeal is awesome stuff.
Is Eating Oatmeal Good For You?
The term “good for you” is just as subjective as the term “healthy“. These terms mean different things to different people.
However, if you eat grains as a healthy part of your eating plan, then absolutely, yes! Eating oatmeal is good for you!
Oats are among the healthiest grains on earth. They’re a gluten-free whole grain and a great source of important vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants. Studies show that oats andoatmealhave many health benefits. These include weight loss, lower blood sugar levels and a reduced risk of heart disease.
Absolutely! As with most things, portion control is key. But oatmeal is a great source of fiber, which is something we all need more of.
Why Is Oatmeal Bad For You?
This is a question that gets asked in certain circles. And the answer is, it’s not.
That is, unless you eat low carb.
One study done on 12 young boys (a very small study, indeed!) showed that oatmeal may spike blood sugar. But this is in direction opposition to the majority of other studies done on oats.
In fact, oats are considered a low glycemic grain, coming in at a 55 on the glycemic index. A scale that considers low glycemic foods to measure between 1 and 55. So while it’s high up in the range, it’s still considered a low glycemic food.
While some folks may not be able to tolerate it, most should do just fine with oats. Keep in mind, what you add to them can change things a bit.
Any food eaten in excess will be too much, no matter how healthy it is.
Excess consumption of oats can cause some belly bloat in some people as well as weight gain.
But that is usually associated with the addition caloric consumption.
Can Oatmeal Make You Gain Weight?
Absolutely, if you eat too much of it.
What you add to it can also make a big difference.
How Do You Make Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal From Scratch?
Oatmeal is really easy in this way. Simply add what you want to add and cook according to pacakge directions.
In most cases for traditional oats, the ration will be 1 part oats to 2 parts liquid. What you add for flavoring after that doesn’t affect anything much unless you are adding more liquid.
Liquid For Oats
Water – Water is what is called for on oatmeal packages. It will give you a non-mushy oatmeal that leaves the individual oats a bit more separated.
Milk – You can use equal amounts of milk in place of water to cook your oatmeal. But the finished oats will be thicker and more porridge-like.
Juice – This will give you an oatmeal texture that is similar to water, but is much sweeter, making it less necessary to add any sweetener to your finished oatmeal.
Non-dairy milk – Non-dairy milk will give you varying textures in your finished oats, depending on the milk used. Thicker milks such as cashew or coconut milk will give you a thicker oatmeal like you would get from using milk. Thinner milks like almond milk would give you something more similar to using water with only a slight variance.
What Can I Add To Oatmeal?
Oatmeal toppings are pretty endless. But here are a few ideas.
Sweet Oatmeal Toppings
Fresh fruit
Honey
Maple syrup
Cinnamon
Chia seeds
Nuts of any kind
Sunflower seeds
Savory Oatmeal Toppings
Sautéed mushrooms
Cheddar cheese
Swiss cheese
Parmesan cheese
Cooked veggies such as peas and carrots
What You’ll Need For Apple Pie Oatmeal
½cuptraditional oats – Do not use quick cook oats for this.
1cupwater – You can substitute with other liquids. See suggestions above.
1cupchopped apples – Chop these to bite-size pieces. Tart apples taste best, but use whatever you have on hand.
½tsp.ground cinnamon
¼tsp.ground allspice
Maple syrup – to taste after cooking. Pour on as a topping and stir in.
Combine all ingredients and bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until fully cooked to oatmeal package directions.
Top with your favorite sweetener and enjoy.
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Start your morning off with apple pie! Or at least, it will seem that way. This delicious bowl of oatmeal will feel like you’re eating dessert for breakfast!
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time: 20 minutesminutes
Total Time: 30 minutesminutes
Servings: 2servings
Calories: 191kcal
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Equipment
Small pot
Ingredients
½cuptraditional oats(old fashion oats)
1cupwater
1cupchopped apples (approximately 1 small apple)
½tsp.ground cinnamon
¼tsp.ground allspice
maple syrup to taste after cooking
US Customary – Metric
Instructions
Combine all ingredients and bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until fully cooked to oatmeal package directions.
Top with your favorite sweetener and enjoy.
Notes
Please note that the data below is a ballpark figure. Exact nutrition data is not possible. Data does not include honey added to taste.
Recipe from the Gracious Pantry archives, originally posted 4/13/12.
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I wish apple pie represented a well-balanced breakfast, but I know better than that. Sans the crust, however, the filling can become an easy to re-create topping and a healthful addition to the breakfast table.
Try adding a serving of your favorite nut or seed (e.g. slivered almonds, walnuts, pecans, chia seeds, ground flax seed, etc.) next time you have oatmeal. Nut butter also works here, but I do enjoy the crunch and extra texture that chopped nuts add to the mix.
High-sugar toppings like chocolate, syrup, and dried fruit
As Best points out, "some of the worst ingredients that are mistakenly added to healthy overnight oat recipes include chocolate sauce, sugar, syrup, and dried fruit."
Fresh fruit will add fiber, vitamins, minerals and some sweetness to your oatmeal. Fruit's fat-soluble vitamins like A, E and K will best absorb if you add in a fat source like nuts, which will also add extra fiber and protein.
Maybe they think you wanna dump the filling in a pie after you bake it. I think your asking can you eat it yourself straight from the jar. Yes you can but it's a ton of sugar but who cares yolo (I do it) I think the other people that are worried don't bother to move at all I guess.
The pie will be just fine on the counter, but only for a day or two, at which point it needs to go into the fridge. The sugar and acid in apple pie will slow down bacteria growth in that 1-2 day period, but all bets are off after that.
Oats, despite being a complex carbohydrate, can cause rapid spikes in blood sugar levels, especially when consumed in large quantities. This can be a concern for individuals with diabetes or those aiming to regulate their blood sugar levels.
This protein-packed healthy breakfast recipe gets a touch of sweetness from apple and crunch from walnuts. Feel free to pick your favorite fruit (try berries or pears) and nuts (maybe almonds or pistachios) to personalize your healthy oatmeal.
While oatmeal with a lot of high calorie add-ons like peanut butter or chocolate chips may promote weight gain, oatmeal made with water, fruit, and minimal sugar is an excellent meal for those trying to lose weight. That's because it's packed with fiber and numerous nutrients, such as magnesium, vitamin B1, and iron.
Just like rolled oats and steel cut oats, instant oatmeal is a nutrient-dense whole grain with many health benefits. Instant oats are a good source of carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. They also deliver a good amount of protein and fat.
Eating peanut butter alongside other nutritious foods is perfectly healthy — as long as you don't exceed your calorie needs. Peanut butter is high in calories and could lead to excess calorie intake if not consumed in moderation. However, it is still a high-quality food that provides numerous nutrients.
“Ideally, opt to create plain oatmeal with your added sources of flavor and ingredients such as fruit with a teaspoon of peanut butter.” Cording says that oatmeal's ability to help with weight loss really depends on what you eat it with. “You want to make sure you incorporate some protein and fat,” she says.
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