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Cozy One-Pot Spiced Apple Butter Oatmeal Recipe with Candied Walnut Crumble

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A warm, comforting one-pot oatmeal infused with fall spices and apple butter, topped with a crunchy candied walnut crumble. Perfect for cozy mornings and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90 g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) apple butter
  • 2 cups (480 ml) milk or dairy-free milk (almond, oat, or coconut)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) water
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • a pinch ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) chopped walnuts
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, stir together rolled oats, milk (or dairy-free alternative), water, apple butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until evenly mixed.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally. Once bubbling, reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring every few minutes, for 10-12 minutes until creamy.
  3. Check the texture; if too thick, add a splash more milk or water. The oatmeal should be creamy but not too thick.
  4. Near the end of cooking, taste and stir in brown sugar or maple syrup if desired. Cook for another minute to dissolve the sweetener.
  5. While oatmeal simmers, melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add chopped walnuts and granulated sugar, stirring constantly for 3-4 minutes until walnuts are golden and caramelized. Remove from heat and cool on parchment.
  6. Spoon warm oatmeal into bowls and generously sprinkle candied walnut crumble on top before serving.

Notes

Use certified gluten-free oats for gluten-free diet. For vegan option, use plant-based milk and substitute butter with coconut oil. Stir gently and keep heat low to prevent sticking. Add a splash of warm milk if oatmeal thickens too much after cooling. Caramelize walnuts carefully to avoid burning.

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Keywords: oatmeal, apple butter, spiced oatmeal, candied walnuts, one-pot breakfast, fall recipe, cozy breakfast, healthy oatmeal

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