No-Sugar Apple Carrot Oatmeal

⏱ Prep Time: 5 minutes

⏱ Cook Time: 8–10 minutes

🍽 Servings: 1–2

🌱 Naturally sweet, high-fiber, filling

🧺 Ingredients

• ½ cup rolled oats (or steel-cut oats)

• 1 medium apple, grated (with peel)

• 1 small carrot, finely grated

• 1 cup water or unsweetened almond milk

• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

• Pinch of salt

• Optional (still sugar-free):

  • 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts or almonds

  • 1 teaspoon chia seeds or flaxseeds

  • Pinch of nutmeg or ginger

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Boil liquid
   Add water or almond milk to a saucepan and bring to a gentle boil.

2. Cook oats
   Add oats and a pinch of salt. Cook on medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Add apple & carrot
   Stir in grated apple and carrot. The apple will release natural sweetness and moisture.

4. Season
   Add cinnamon (and nutmeg/ginger if using). Stir well.

5. Finish cooking
   Cook for 2–3 more minutes until creamy and soft.

6. Rest & serve
   Remove from heat and let sit 1 minute to thicken.

🌟 Serving Ideas (Optional)

• Sprinkle with nuts or seeds for crunch

• Add a spoon of natural peanut or almond butter

• Drizzle a few drops of lemon juice for balance

💪 Nutrition Benefits

• No added sugar – sweetness comes from apple & carrot

• High fiber – keeps you full longer

• No flour – only whole oats

• Great for weight control & blood sugar balance

❓Q & A

Q: Can I eat this daily?
Yes — it’s balanced, clean, and gentle on blood sugar.

Q: Can I make it vegan & dairy-free?
It already is if you use water or plant milk.

Q: Can I make it overnight?
Yes. Mix everything, refrigerate overnight, then warm slightly.

Q: Can I skip oats?
Yes — replace oats with chia seeds or cooked millet.