Description
Enjoy a warm and comforting breakfast with Caramelized Pear Oatmeal Bowls. This recipe features tender pear slices caramelized in butter and brown sugar, spiced with cinnamon, and served atop creamy quick-cook oats. A handful of chopped walnuts adds a delightful crunch, making this oatmeal bowl a perfect balanced start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Caramelized Pear
- 1 pear, ripe yet firm
- 1 tablespoon butter (or vegan butter substitute)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Oatmeal
- 1 cup quick-cook oats
- 2 cups water (or as per package directions)
- Additional brown sugar and cinnamon, to taste
Toppings (Optional)
- Handful of chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Caramelize the Pears: Rinse and slice the pear into even pieces to ensure they cook uniformly.
- Melt Butter: Heat the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until fully melted and shimmering.
- Cook Pears: Add the pear slices to the melted butter and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally until the pears become tender but still hold their shape.
- Add Brown Sugar: Sprinkle the brown sugar over the pears and stir well to coat all slices evenly. Cook for an additional minute until a caramel-like sauce forms around the pears.
- Flavor with Cinnamon: Stir in the ground cinnamon to the pears and caramel sauce mixture, then remove the saucepan from heat to prevent overcooking.
- Prepare the Oatmeal: In a separate pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add quick-cook oats and reduce heat to a simmer.
- Cook Oats: Cook the oats for 1-2 minutes according to package directions, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and achieve a creamy consistency.
- Sweeten Oatmeal: Stir in additional brown sugar and cinnamon to taste, adjusting sweetness and spice according to your preference.
- Assemble the Bowl: Spoon the cooked oatmeal into a serving bowl.
- Top with Pears: Arrange the caramelized pear slices on top of the oatmeal, and drizzle any leftover caramel sauce from the pan over the bowl for extra flavor.
- Add Walnuts: Sprinkle a handful of chopped walnuts over the top if desired for added texture and nuttiness.
- Serve: Serve the caramelized pear oatmeal bowl immediately while warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute brown sugar with coconut sugar or maple syrup for a different flavor.
- Use vegan butter to make this recipe dairy-free.
- For a smoother oatmeal texture, increase cooking time slightly or add more water.
- Chopped pecans or almonds can be used instead of walnuts.
- Add a splash of vanilla extract to the caramelized pears for extra aroma.
