INSTANT POT OLD-FASHIONED OATMEAL WITH APPLES, MAPLE SYRUP, AND CINNAMON | EASY AND QUICK TO FIX

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while providing a nutty flavor.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar adds a unique flavor while being slightly healthier.

fresh fruit

🥗Healthier: frozen fruit

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Frozen fruit is often more affordable and just as nutritious.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Seeds can be less expensive and still provide crunch and nutrition.

Add 3.5 cups of cold water to the Instant Pot.

Add 2 cups of old-fashioned oats to the water.

Add half of a large Fuji apple (cut up) to the pot.

Add maple syrup to the mixture.

Add a combination of cinnamon and salt to the pot.

Mix all the ingredients together until combined.

Put the lid on the Instant Pot and ensure the switch is on sealed.

Press the manual button and set the cooking time to 6 minutes.

After cooking, let the pot natural release for about 5 minutes.

Perform a quick release of the remaining steam after the natural release.

Open the lid of the Instant Pot and check the oatmeal's consistency.

If a thicker consistency is desired, use the sauté function on low to bubble it a bit.

Serve the oatmeal in a bowl and add toppings like chopped pecans and raisins.

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