Description
Forget the instant packets! This homemade Peaches and Cream Oatmeal recipe transforms simple, wholesome ingredients into a truly comforting and luxurious breakfast. Fresh peaches are simmered with creamy rolled oats and a touch of vanilla, then finished with a drizzle of cream for a nourishing bowl that tastes like a warm hug. It’s a special-feeling breakfast that’s incredibly easy to make any day of the week.
Ingredients
For the Oatmeal Base
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
2 cups milk (or your preferred dairy-free alternative)
Pinch of salt
For the Peaches and Cream
1 cup diced fresh peaches (or frozen/canned peaches)
1−2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream (for topping)
Optional Add-Ins
Chopped nuts (e.g., almonds or pecans)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Chia seeds or flaxseeds
A sprinkle of nutmeg
Instructions
Cook the Oats
In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, milk, and pinch of salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are tender and have absorbed most of the liquid.
Add the Peaches
Stir the diced peaches, your choice of sweetener (honey or maple syrup), and cinnamon (if using) into the saucepan. Let everything simmer together for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the peaches to soften and release their sweet juices into the oatmeal.
Finish and Serve
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. For an extra creamy texture, stir vigorously for 30 seconds. Pour the oatmeal into bowls, top with a drizzle of cream, and add any other optional toppings you desire. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
The Secret to Creaminess:
For an incredibly creamy texture without adding extra fat, stir the oatmeal vigorously for about 30 seconds just before removing it from the heat. This helps break down the starches in the oats.
Meal Prep:
Cook a larger batch of the oatmeal base and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, scoop a serving into a bowl, add a splash of milk, and microwave for 60-90 seconds. Stir in fresh peaches and a drizzle of cream before serving.
Natural Sweetness:
Ripe, in-season peaches are naturally sweet. Be sure to taste the oatmeal after the peaches have cooked in before adding any sweetener you might need less than you think!
Recipe Variations:
Try a baked version by combining all ingredients (except the cream) in a baking dish and baking at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes. For an overnight oats version, combine oats, milk, sweetener, peaches, and a tablespoon of chia seeds in a jar and refrigerate overnight.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 453 kcal
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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