Description
This Caramel Apple Oatmeal is a comforting and cozy breakfast perfect for fall mornings. Made with creamy rolled oats, tender sautéed apples, warm cinnamon, and a drizzle of caramel sauce, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients with sweet, autumnal flavors to start your day deliciously warm and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Oatmeal Base
- 1 cup Rolled Oats
- 2 cups Water or Milk (use milk for creaminess)
Apple Topping
- 2 medium Apples (Gala, Fuji, or Granny Smith)
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
Sauce
- 1/4 cup Caramel Sauce (homemade or sugar-free varieties)
Instructions
- Cook the 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 become creamy and soft.
- Prepare the Apples: While the oats are cooking, peel, core, and dice the apples. Heat a pan over medium heat, add the diced apples, and sauté them for 3-4 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Combine Ingredients: Once the oatmeal is cooked, gently fold in the sautéed apples and drizzle the caramel sauce over the mixture. Stir thoroughly to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Add Cinnamon: Sprinkle a generous pinch of cinnamon over the oatmeal and mix well to distribute the warm, aromatic spice.
- Serve: Pour the caramel apple oatmeal into bowls and optionally top with extra caramel sauce and apple slices for added texture and sweetness. Serve hot and enjoy this cozy fall breakfast.
Notes
- For a richer texture, use milk instead of water when cooking the oats.
- Choose apple varieties that balance sweetness and tartness, like Fuji or Granny Smith.
- To reduce sugar, opt for sugar-free caramel sauce or make your own at home.
- Leftover oatmeal can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently with a splash of milk.
- For extra crunch, top with chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans if desired.
