WW Basic Oatmeal and Apple

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The WW Basic Oatmeal and Apple recipe is a tasty, quick, & easy meal that is quite fulfilling to eat when one has very little time in the morning. It melds the sweet, fruity goodness of apples with wholesome oats to give you a wholesome beginning. The recipe is fast, simple, & very economical, which is why it is such a great option for both those who adhere to the diet described by Weight Watchers & those who are just in need of something nutritious. The WW Basic Oatmeal & Apple Recipe is both fulfilling & an all-purpose recipe. The spices may be altered, & the kind of apple may also be varied/toppings such as nuts/seeds can be added. It is a simple recipe that provides your body with a warming bowl of goodness that feels like comfort food, and yet it is light on points.

STATS

  • Diet: Weight Watchers Friendly
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Course: Breakfast
  • Cooking Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Cuisine: American
  • Cooking Method: Stovetop
  • Yield: 2 servings

EQUIPMENT

  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Serving bowls

INGREDIENTS

  • One cup of rolled oats
  • Two glasses of water/almond milk without sugar
  • One medium apple, chopped
  • A teaspoon of cinnamon powder
  • A teaspoon of sugar substitute/maple syrup
  • One teaspoon of vanilla essence
  • A pinch of salt

INGREDIENT NOTES

Rolled oats:

  • Rolled oats recessing is built with these. The rolled oats produce a creamy but a little chewy bite. They fill & present slow-digesting carbs to satiate you.

Water/almond milk:

  • The water makes the recipe extremely light, whereas almond milk will be creamy & still have no additional points. Apple: Apples are the source of natural sweetness & fiber. Select a firm apple, such as Honeycrisp/Granny Smith, to get the best texture in cooked oatmeal.

Cinnamon:

  • Enhances the oatmeal with its warm and deep flavors. Cinnamon adds a flavor to the apple, & the dish takes the taste of apple pie.

Vanilla extract:

  • Brightens the taste of the apples & oats. A little bit amount may make a big differenc to evoke a warm fragrance.

Maple syrup:

  • Maple syrup brings in a mini sweet flavor, but a sugar substitute makes the recipe even lighter. You have to choose your decision based on your WW strategy and personal preferences.

Salt:

  • A tiny pinch will neutralise the sweetness & add depth to the total flavour, moreover.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Bring water/almond milk to a low boil in a saucepan.
  2. After adding the rolled oats, turn the heat down to low. Cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes.
  3. Add the vanilla essence, chopped apple, cinnamon, & a dash of salt. Stir well.
  4. Cook for a further three to five minutes, till the apples are cooked & the oats are soft.
  5. Add sugar substitute/maple syrup & stir. If necessary, taste & adjust the sweetness.
  6. Take off the heat & let the oats a minute to rest.
  7. If desired, garnish with more cinnamon/apple slices after dividing into serving dishes.

TIPS

  • To make the oats creamier, substitute almond milk with water.
  • Chop apples into dice so that they cook along with the oats.
  • Serve with sprinkled crunchies of chopped nuts/seeds.
  • To restore texture to a reheated leftover, add a bit of water/milk.

DATA STORAGE

Refrigerator:

  • Preserve leftovers for no more than three days in a container that is airtight.

Freezer:

  • Not advised since freezing causes the oats to lose their texture.

FAQS

Can I substitute steel-cut oats?

  • Yes, however, they need a little more time to cook. Cut down the liquid & cooking time to refit.

Which type of apple is to be used?

  • Firm & more-or-less tart apples, such as Granny Smith/Honeycrisp, keep. Mushier apples can be rendered mushy.

Can I use up protein powder?

  • Of course, at the end, after cooking, stir it in. Adjust the balance in the texture by adding more liquid.

What can I use to sweeten this without sugar?

  • Apply ripe apples, a slice of banana/even cinnamon so you can naturally add sweetness to them.

May I make it overnight?

  • Yes. Make the oats/apples the night before & refrigerate them, then reheat when ready in the morning.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

Calories: 170

Protein: 5g

Carbohydrates: 34g

Fiber: 6g

Total Fat 3g:

Saturated: 0g

Cholesterol: 0mg

Sodium: 65mg

The WW Basic Oatmeal and Apple Recipe has an approximate total of Weight Watchers SmartPoints per serving of 3 SmartPoints