Ingredients
⅓cupold-fashioned oats
1tbspraisinsor dried cranberries or cherries
¼tspcinnamonground
1tbspalmond butteror peanut butter
2tbsphomemade applesauceor store-bought applesauce
⅓cupmilk of choice
1Granny Smith appleor Honeycrisp apple, medium, preferably organic
pecanschopped
drizzle of honeyor maple syrup, if desired
Preparation
In a 14-ounce jar or bowl, combine the oats, raisins, cinnamon, nut butter, and applesauce. Stir to combine. Then add the milk and stir to combine.
Grate half of the apple, then stir the grated apple into the oatmeal.
Place the lid on the jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 5 days.
When you’re ready to serve, chop the remaining ½ apple into matchsticks.
Top the oatmeal with the fresh apple, a splash of milk, and/or a drizzle of honey. Enjoy chilled.