Apple cinnamon oatmeal

Apple cinnamon oatmeal is a warm, comforting breakfast dish made by cooking rolled oats with diced apples, cinnamon, and often a touch of sweetener like maple syrup or brown sugar. It's a staple in North American and European home cooking, particularly popular during the fall and winter months when apples are in season. The dish is known for its simplicity and hearty, aromatic flavor.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of complex carbohydrates from the oats and natural sugars from the apple, providing sustained energy. It offers a good amount of dietary fiber, particularly beta-glucan from the oats, and key nutrients like manganese, phosphorus, and antioxidants from the cinnamon and apple skin. A typical serving generally ranges from 250 to 350 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	48 g
Fat	4 g
Fiber	6 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	150 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Iron	3 mg
Magnesium	60 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Zinc	2 mg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Manganese	1.5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, apple cinnamon oatmeal is deeply tied to the concept of 'comfort food' in Western cultures, evoking feelings of home and seasonal change. Nutritionally, the combination of soluble fiber from oats and the polyphenols in apples and cinnamon is noted for its potential to support heart health and help regulate blood sugar levels.