Description
Caramel Apple Oatmeal is a warm, comforting breakfast perfect for cool fall mornings. This recipe combines creamy rolled oats simmered to perfection with tender, sautéed apples and a luscious drizzle of caramel sauce, all warmly spiced with cinnamon. It’s a nutritious and cozy start to your day that balances sweetness and zest in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Oatmeal Base
- 1 cup Rolled Oats
- 2 cups Water or Milk (for creaminess)
Apple Topping
- 2 medium Apples (Gala, Fuji, or Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
Finish
- 1/4 cup Caramel Sauce (homemade or sugar-free varieties recommended)
Instructions
- Boil the Liquid and Cook Oats: In a saucepan, bring the water or milk to a boil. Add the rolled oats, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are creamy and soft.
- Sauté the Apples: While the oats are cooking, heat a pan over medium heat. Add the peeled, cored, and diced apples. Sauté them for 3-4 minutes until they become tender and start to caramelize slightly, enhancing their natural sweetness.
- Combine Oatmeal and Apples: Once the oatmeal is cooked, gently fold in the sautéed apples to evenly distribute the fruit throughout the oats.
- Add Caramel Sauce: Drizzle the caramel sauce over the oatmeal and apples. Stir thoroughly to ensure the caramel blends well, adding a rich sweetness to the dish.
- Season with Cinnamon: Sprinkle a generous pinch of cinnamon over the oatmeal and mix well to impart a warm, aromatic flavor that complements the apples and caramel.
- Serve and Garnish: Spoon the caramel apple oatmeal into bowls. Optionally, top with extra caramel sauce and fresh apple slices for added texture and visual appeal. Serve hot and enjoy a cozy fall breakfast.
Notes
- Using milk instead of water will result in creamier oatmeal.
- Choose tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweetness or sweeter varieties like Fuji for more natural sugar.
- For a healthier option, opt for sugar-free caramel sauce or make your own at home.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, you can mash some of the sautéed apples before mixing into the oatmeal.
- Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch and nutrition.
