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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast

    Apple Pie Oatmeal

    Published: Apr 22, 2021 · Modified: Aug 30, 2022 by Abi Cowell · As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases · See my privacy policy linked in footer · This blog uses cookies

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    Elevate your morning oatmeal with warming spices and lots of sweet and tart apples. Apple pie spices take apple cinnamon oatmeal to the next level. Try this vegan, easy homemade apple pie oatmeal recipe for your next breakfast.

    white bowl of apple pie spiced oatmeal with apple halves on side

    For another super easy oatmeal recipe, learn how to make the best basic vegan overnight oats.

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    • 🧄 Ingredient notes
    • 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 Serving suggestions
    • ❓ FAQ
    • 🔄 Variations
    • 💭 Tips
    • 💜 More recipes you'll love
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Reviews

    🧄 Ingredient notes

    To make this healthy, low-fat apple pie oatmeal, you'll need the following ingredients:

    • diced apples (green and/or red apples)
    • rolled oats
    • vanilla extract
    • apple pie spice (keep reading for the spices you can use to substitute)

    Apple pie spice substitute

    You may be thinking, "what is a substitute for apple pie spice?" I've got you covered.

    If you don't have prepared apple pie spice, use the following spices. These spices will replace the ½ tablespoon of already mixed apple pie spice in this recipe.

    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground cardamom

    Make your own bulk apple pie spice

    To make your own apple pie spice in bulk, increase the quantities above, mix them all in a bowl. Then, transfer the mixed spices to a small jar or bag.

    Now they're ready to use next time you want to make apple pie or this apple pie oatmeal! I've done the math for you down below.

    To make about ¼ cup of homemade apple pie spice:

    • 8 teaspoons ground cinnamon
    • 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
    • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
    • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
    • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom

    You'll have enough apple pie spice to make 8 apple pie oatmeal recipes, if you mix the spices ahead of time.

    👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 Serving suggestions

    Toppings!

    This apple oatmeal from scratch is so delicious by itself since it's loaded with cooked apples.

    But, you could top it with anything you love, like:

    • vanilla or plain dairy-free yogurt
    • almond milk (or other plant-based milk)
    • walnut and/or pecan pieces (dry roasted in a pan for a few minutes brings out even more flavor)
    • whole or ground flaxseed
    • hemp hearts
    • sweetener of your choice (maple syrup, brown sugar, cane sugar, agave nectar, honey, brown rice syrup, blackstrap molasses)

    Vegan weight loss meal

    This apple pie oatmeal is a great option for vegan weight loss because all the basic ingredients are low in calorie density. It will keep you really full throughout the day, as well, because of all the fiber!

    To keep it low calorie density, then choose to top your oatmeal with fruit (like sliced banana, cherries or more apples). Omit or limit higher calorie dense foods, like dried fruit, sugar, nuts, seeds and nut butters.

    white bowl of apple pie spiced oatmeal

    How to spice up your morning oatmeal

    If you're looking for ways to spice up your everyday morning bowl of oatmeal, check out the below article → 10 Ways to Spice Up your Oatmeal.

    Or, try one of my other homemade fruity oatmeal recipes below!

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      10 Ways to Spice up your Oatmeal
    • bowl of oats
      Cherry Berry Oatmeal
    • oatmeal with fruit
      Healthy Cherry Peach Oatmeal
    • oatmeal with sliced bananas
      Simple Maple Oatmeal with Sliced Banana

    ❓ FAQ

    Is apple and cinnamon oatmeal good for you?

    Homemade apple cinnamon oatmeal is very good for you, because you can control the ingredients and how much sugar is added. Apple cinnamon oatmeal packets have loads of sugar and use quick oats, which are more refined than old fashioned rolled oats or steel cut oats.

    Is oatmeal good for weight loss?

    Yes! Oatmeal, especially steel cut or old fashioned oats, is very high in fiber, low in calories and low in fat. It is excellent for weight loss. To make oatmeal a weight loss meal, cook it in water and mix in or top your oatmeal with fruit to make it sweet. Limit or omit higher calorie dense foods, like sugar, nuts, seeds, nut butters and dried fruit.

    Is it okay to eat oatmeal every day?

    Yes! Keep to the whole grains as much as possible (avoid the quick oat packets), and sweeten and top your oatmeal with fresh or frozen fruit, instead of high calorie ingredients like nuts, nut butters, seeds and dried fruit.

    🔄 Variations

    Vegan, dairy-free apple cinnamon oatmeal from scratch

    To make homemade apple cinnamon oatmeal without dairy, start with lots of fresh, diced apples. You could also use applesauce or canned apples to make it.

    Add your apples and a good amount of cinnamon to the oatmeal while it's cooking to infuse the oats with that flavor. Pro tip: if using canned apples, add the syrup/juice to the oatmeal for sweetener and more apple flavor.

    Add a little vanilla extract and your favorite sweetener. Top it with some vanilla soy yogurt (or other dairy-free yogurt) for creaminess!

    Enjoy your homemade apple cinnamon oats!

    Switch up the toppings

    Switch out the toppings for a delicious variation to this apple cinnamon oatmeal. Some good choices are:

    • diced raw apples
    • applesauce
    • raisins
    • dried cranberries
    • sliced banana
    • sliced nectarines
    • frozen berries
    • nuts and seeds like slivered almonds, pecans, walnuts, pepitas, whole flaxseed, ground flaxseed
    white bowl of apple pie spiced oatmeal

    💭 Tips

    Batch cook this homemade apple pie oatmeal from scratch by making a double recipe, so you'll have plenty for breakfast over the week!

    This recipe is great for kids, too!

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    📖 Recipe

    bowl of apple pie spiced oats with cinnamon sticks on top

    Apple Pie Oatmeal

    Abi Cowell
    Elevate your morning oatmeal with warming spices and lots of sweet and tart apples. Apple pie spices take apple cinnamon oatmeal to the next level. Try this vegan, easy homemade apple pie oatmeal recipe for your next breakfast.
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    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 3
    Calories 253 kcal
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    Ingredients
     
     

    • 4 cups water
    • 2 cups apples green or red, diced
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ tablespoon apple pie spice for substitute, see individual spices in Notes section
    • pinch sea salt
    • 2 cups rolled oats old-fashioned

    Instructions
     

    • Add apples, water, vanilla extract, spices and salt to a medium pan and bring to a boil.
    • Stir in oats, bring back to a boil and then reduce heat to medium low.
    • Cook until thick, stirring frequently and then turn off heat. Serve with toppings, plant-based milk and sweetener of your choice!

    Notes

    Substitute the apple pie spice with the following spices:
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground cardamom

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2cupsCalories: 253kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 7gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 292mgFiber: 8gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 48IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 3mg
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    About Abi Cowell

    Hey y'all! I’m the plant-based food blogger, recipe developer, photographer and cooking class instructor behind Very Veganish. Join me as we explore and taste incredible plant-based food, with cultural influences from around the world. You’ll find healthy comfort food vegan recipes and inspiration here. When I'm not cooking, you'll find me homeschooling my two boys, volunteering and trying to survive the Texas summers with copious glasses of iced tea.

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