Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal with Date Compote

1In a saucepan, combine water (2 cups), rolled oats (1 cup), diced apple (1), cinnamon (½ teaspoon), nutmeg (¼ teaspoon), and vanilla extract (¼ teaspoon).

2Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the oats are cooked and the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.

3In a separate small saucepan, combine the chopped dates (½ cup) with a splash of water (2 cups) and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the dates (½ cup) soften and form a compote-like consistency, about 5-7 minutes.

4Serve the apple (1) cinnamon (½ teaspoon) oatmeal in bowls and top each serving with a spoonful of the date compote.

5Enjoy your warm and comforting Apple (1) Cinnamon (½ teaspoon) Oatmeal with Date Compote!