Ingredients

⅓cupold-fashioned oats

1tbspraisinsor dried cranberries or cherries

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1tbspalmond butteror peanut butter

2tbsphomemade applesauceor store-bought applesauce

⅓cupmilk of choice

1Granny Smith appleor Honeycrisp apple, medium, preferably organic

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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.