Description
Caramel Apple Oatmeal is a warm and comforting fall breakfast that combines creamy rolled oats with tender sautéed apples and rich caramel sauce, finished with a sprinkle of aromatic cinnamon. Perfect for cozy mornings, this quick and easy recipe offers a delicious balance of sweetness and spice.
Ingredients
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Oatmeal Ingredients
- 1 cup Rolled Oats (Provides fiber and keeps you feeling full)
- 2 cups Water or Milk (Use milk for creaminess)
Apple Topping
- 2 medium Apples (Gala, Fuji, or Granny Smith for balance)
- 1/4 cup Caramel Sauce (Use homemade or sugar-free varieties)
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (Warm and aromatic)
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, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the oats are creamy and soft.
- Prepare and Sauté Apples: While the oats cook, peel, core, and dice 2 medium apples. Heat a pan over medium heat and add the diced apples. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until the apples are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Combine Ingredients: Once the oatmeal is cooked, gently fold in the sautéed apples into the oats. Drizzle 1/4 cup of caramel sauce over the mixture and stir thoroughly until everything is evenly mixed.
- Add Cinnamon: Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of cinnamon over the oatmeal and mix well to blend the warm, aromatic flavor throughout the dish.
- Serve: Pour the caramel apple oatmeal into bowls. Optionally, top with extra caramel sauce and a few apple slices for garnish. Enjoy this cozy breakfast warm!
Notes
- For a creamier oatmeal, use milk instead of water.
- Choose your favorite apple variety to adjust sweetness and tartness.
- Use sugar-free caramel sauce if you want a lower sugar option.
- Sauté apples lightly to retain some texture while adding sweetness.
- Adjust cinnamon amount to taste for more or less spice.
