caramel apple oatmeal
When the air turns crisp and the morning light feels softer, a bowl of caramel apple oatmeal becomes the ultimate breakfast comfort. Warm, fragrant, and sweetly spiced, it’s a dish that bridges the gap between indulgence and nourishment.
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Servings: 2 people
Ingredients
- Rolled oats 160 g / 5.6 oz: Provide a rich, creamy texture as the foundation of the dish.
- Apples diced (200 g / 7 oz): Add sweetness, freshness, and bite.
- Brown sugar 50 g / 1.8 oz: Deep caramel flavor and color enhancement.
- Butter 30 g / 1 oz: Helps develop richness and caramelization.
- Milk 240 ml / 8 fl oz: Softens oats and creates luxurious creaminess.
- Water 240 ml / 8 fl oz: Balances the mixture and prevents heaviness.
- Ground cinnamon 3 g / 0.1 oz: Adds warmth and spice that complements apple and caramel tones.
- Salt 1 g / 0.03 oz: Enhances flavor without overpowering.
- Caramel sauce 60 g / 2 oz: Provides the signature golden sweetness.
- Chopped pecans or walnuts 20 g / 0.7 oz: Optional crunch and nutty aroma.
- Essential for making caramel apple oatmeal at home.
Instructions
- Combine oats, water, and milk in a saucepan, then bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- In a separate skillet, melt butter and cook diced apples until soft and lightly golden.
- Add brown sugar and cinnamon to the apples; stir until coated and caramelized.
- Stir the apple mixture into the simmering oats and cook for several more minutes until creamy.
- Finally, drizzle caramel sauce over the top, sprinkle nuts if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Swap dairy milk for almond or oat milk to make it vegan, and use coconut caramel if you prefer a dairy-free twist.
For busy mornings, cook a larger batch and reheat with a splash of milk; flavor improves overnight.
Keep leftovers refrigerated up to three days; the caramel apple oatmeal thickens as it cools and can be refreshed on the stovetop.
Warm, creamy oats layered with tender caramel apples make this simple breakfast unforgettable.