Hearty Apple-Cranberry Oatmeal

Make the most of the most important meal of the day. If you’re looking for some breakfast inspiration, you’ll want to try this recipe — it’s a warming, stick-to-your-ribs way to kick off a crisp fall day!

Learn more about apples in “The Health Benefits of Apples”[1] and more about oatmeal in “Is Oatmeal Good for Diabetics?”[2]

Endnotes:
  1. “The Health Benefits of Apples”: https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/blog/health-benefits-apples/
  2. “Is Oatmeal Good for Diabetics?”: https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/healthy-living/nutrition-exercise/is-oatmeal-good-for-diabetics/

Source URL: https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/snack/hearty-apple-cranberry-oatmeal/


Preparation time: 10 minutes.

Ingredients

Directions

In a saucepan, combine milk, apple juice, oats, cranberries, chopped apple, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover pan and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 2–3 minutes or until oatmeal is desired consistency, stirring often. Stir in artificial sweetener to taste.

Yield: 1 1/4 cup. Serving size: 1/2 cup.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 133, Carbohydrates: 27 g, Protein: 4 g, Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: <1 g, Sodium: 28 mg, Fiber: 3 g

Exchanges per serving: 1 starch, 1 fruit. Carbohydrate choices: 2.


This recipe was developed by Tami Ross, a Diabetes Nutrition Specialist and Certified Diabetes Educator in Lexington, Kentucky.