I have made this for a long time. My housemate bought some dates to put in her smoothies as a natural sweetener so. I thought they sounded food in oatmeal. It was perfect because it was a good texture and a dark sweet flavor similar to brown sugar.
Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal with Dates
For 2-3 people
1 3/4 c milk
2 small apples cubed
4 dates cubed
2 t cinnamon
1 c old fashioned Oates
Add milk, apples, dates, and cinnamon to a saucepan. Bring to a simmer and add oatesl. Stir occationally and let simmer until oatmeal is soft, about 15 minutes.