Holiday Oatmeal is filled with fresh apples, dried fruits, nuts, creamy oats, and brown sugar to create a deliciously filling hot breakfast.
Less than 15 minutes from start to finish and a piping hot, warm, and creamy breakfast can be on your table.
Holiday Oatmeal is a great way to start a crazy fun day of cooking and eating during the holidays or any other day of the year. Holiday morning or not, this oatmeal is a great way to start the day year-round.
This breakfast requires minimal fuss and it will keep the family full until the main eating event of the day.
I’ve made this oatmeal several times this fall already and it has become a tradition for our Thanksgiving breakfast.
You can make this with milk or water and it is great both ways. When I make this with water, I top each bowl with a pat of butter as well.
We’ve been making this oatmeal year-round for almost 8 years now. This is a huge favorite with both Sean and me as well as the kids.
Every guest we’ve ever served this to has requested the recipe. Whenever we have an abundance of apples in the kitchen, it’s a sure bet that they’ll make their way into our oatmeal in the morning.
Check out all of our Oatmeal Recipes! This time of year, Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal is another favorite, as are Slow Cooker Cranberry Almond Oatmeal, and Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal.
For more great ways to start the day, these Microwave Egg and Vegetable Sandwiches and these Rise and Shine Breakfast Burritos are both terrific on-the-go options.
Brunch Eggs are a great way to feed a crowd and make sure everyone has some protein on their plate too.
Kitchen Tip: I use this pan to make this recipe.
Holiday Oatmeal Recipe
- In a medium-size saucepan over medium heat, combine the oats, milk, apples, cranberries, pecans, and salt.
- Cook, stirring frequently until the oatmeal has thickened. This should take about 10-12 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the bananas. Scoop into bowls and top with a tablespoon or so of brown sugar.
Holiday Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 5 1/2 cups milk or water
- 2 apples diced small, about 2 cups
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup pecans chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 medium bananas sliced
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- In a medium size saucepan over medium heat, combine the oats, milk, apples, cranberries, pecans and salt.
- Cook, stirring frequently, until the oatmeal has thickened. This should take about 10-12 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the bananas. Scoop into bowls and top with a tablespoon or so of brown sugar. Enjoy!
Nutrition
{originally published 11/20/12 – recipe notes and photos updated 12/21/20}
Cathy @ Noble Pig says
I think it’s perfect for year-round eating! Yum.
Traci says
Can you use almond milk?if you Use water instead of milk is it creamy still?
Mary says
This will work fine with almond milk. Enjoy!
Annie Behan says
Can I get a nutritional breakdown, please?
Pammy Jeanne Schneider says
This oatmeal looks amazing ♡I can’t wait to try it.this year♡
JO Gardegree says
Nutritional info on holiday oatmeal?
Connie says
I made it!! I added a little maple syrup and cinnamon before eating and it was very good.
Barbara says
Ummm……great, hearty, healthy, comfort meal!
Millie Koolwick says
nutritional info please or carb count for diabetics
Kathy Piepenbrink says
At least 3 people have asked for the nutritional values. Please answer!
Mary says
Hi Kathy, if you’ll look at the recipe card the calories are listed. There are 425 calories per serving. Enjoy!
Alexis says
This is amazing! I have made this several times.
Audrey says
Made it twice now….absolutely yummy
Lisa says
So delicious! My favorite oatmeal.
Mary Younkin says
I’m so happy that you love it, Lisa.
Janet Miller says
Which type of oatmeal is best used: instant, quick, Regular, or steel cut?
Mary Younkin says
I use regular old-fashioned oats for most of my oatmeal recipes, Janet.
Madeline Gaggi says
Can this be made in a crockpot?
Mary Younkin says
Yes, you can make this in a crockpot. You’ll want to follow the directions here: https://barefeetinthekitchen.com/slow-cooked-strawberry-banana-pecan/ Enjoy!