Healthy breakfasts: Apple cinnamon barley bowls
What's the story
Apple cinnamon barley breakfast bowls are quick and nutritious options for busy mornings. This dish combines the goodness of barley with delicious apple and cinnamon flavors. Super easy to prepare, it offers fiber, vitamins, and minerals in just five minutes. Perfect for those who want a balanced diet but don't want to spend long hours in the kitchen.
Essentials
Ingredients you need
To prepare this breakfast bowl, you would require cooked barley, an apple, ground cinnamon, honey or maple syrup for sweetness, and milk or a plant-based alternative. These ingredients are easily available at most grocery stores and can be substituted according to personal taste preferences. The medley of these simple ingredients makes a flavorful dish that is both satisfying and nourishing.
Quick prep
Preparation steps
Start by reheating the cooked barley in a microwave or stovetop until warm. While it heats, chop the apple into small pieces. Once the barley is ready, mix in the chopped apple and ground cinnamon to taste. Add honey or maple syrup for sweetness if desired. Finally, pour milk over the mixture until it reaches your preferred consistency.
Health boost
Nutritional benefits
The best part is that barley is loaded with dietary fiber that promotes digestion and keeps cholesterol levels in check. Apples provide vital vitamins such as vitamin C while being low on calories. And, you can add flavor without extra calories and reap some health benefits (like better blood sugar control) too with a pinch of cinnamon.
Customization ideas
Tips for personalization
To personalize your breakfast bowl, you can add nuts like almonds or walnuts for that satisfying crunch, or throw in some dried fruits like raisins for an extra dash of sweetness. Using different kinds of milk, almond milk or oat milk, for example, can meet different dietary requirements and preferences. Not only does this add variety, you can adjust nutrition as per your diet goals.