Delicious Oats for Winter Wellness

Warm up on cooler mornings with this yummy apple/pear and cinnamon oats! Top it off with a generous serving of nut butter, fresh berries, and caramelised banana, and you've got a breakfast that is both nutritious and delicious. This recipe serves one person, but double or triple to make enough for the whole family!

Ingredients

• 1 small apple or pear (diced or grated) – about 1 cup
• ½ - 1 teaspoon of cinnamon – depending on your taste
• ½ cup rolled oats
• 1 cup milk of choice (vanilla soy milk is great for added flavour)
• Butter

Suggested toppings (optional):

• Caramelised banana (this is a must!)
• 1 Tablespoon Nut butter
• Handful of berries
• Honey or maple syrup
• Yoghurt

Method

1. To begin, finely dice or grate the fruit and add it with the cinnamon into the pot to brown. Add a small amount of butter to brown the apple/pear to give this a richer taste. Add a touch more butter or water if the fruit starts to stick. 
2. Cook for around 2-3 minutes and once the fruit is slightly soft, add the milk and oats into the pot and mix. 
3. Let this gently simmer for 5 minutes on a low heat, stirring occasionally. Add a little milk or water to stop it burning if it starts to stick.
4. For some extra winter warmth, spice it up by adding some ginger to the pot.
5. Remove the porridge from the pot and add to a bowl ready for toppings. 
6. Some of the best toppings include nut butter, fresh or frozen berries, or caramelised fruit, a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, or melt a few squares of chocolate on top for added indulgence! 
7. To caramelise the banana, slice it into rounds or lengthways about 1.5cm thick.
8. Add banana to a non-stick pan with a small amount of butter (about 1-2 teaspoons per banana) to brown. If you prefer a crunchier texture, add a sprinkle of brown sugar to the pot too. 
9. Brown the remaining side and remove the bananas from the pan.
10. Add the caramelised bananas to the oats along with your other toppings.
11. Add yoghurt or extra milk and enjoy!