Description
Caramel Apple Oatmeal is a warm, cozy breakfast perfect for fall mornings, combining creamy oats with tender sautéed apples and a drizzle of sweet caramel sauce, enhanced with fragrant cinnamon for a comforting start to your day.
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)
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
Caramel Sauce
- 1/4 cup Caramel Sauce (homemade or sugar-free varieties)
Instructions
- Boil liquid and cook oats: In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water or milk to a boil. Add 1 cup of rolled oats, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the oats are creamy and soft.
- Prepare apples: While oats are cooking, peel, core, and dice 2 medium apples. Heat a pan over medium heat, add the diced apples, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Combine oats and apples: Once the oatmeal is cooked, gently fold in the sautéed apples. Drizzle in 1/4 cup of caramel sauce and stir thoroughly until everything is evenly mixed.
- Add cinnamon: Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of cinnamon over the oatmeal and mix well to distribute the warm, aromatic flavor evenly.
- Serve: Pour the caramel apple oatmeal into bowls. For an extra touch, top with additional caramel sauce and apple slices if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your cozy fall breakfast!
Notes
- Use milk instead of water for a creamier oatmeal texture.
- Choose tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced flavor, or sweeter varieties like Fuji or Gala for a milder taste.
- To make it healthier, use sugar-free or homemade caramel sauce.
- For added texture, consider topping with nuts or granola.
- This recipe can be easily doubled to serve more people.
