Seared Pear Oatmeal
This Seared Pear Oatmeal is a cozy and flavorful breakfast that combines creamy oats with caramelized pears in a rich brown sugar and cinnamon sauce. Drizzle with maple syrup for the perfect comforting start to your day!
Caramelizing doesn’t just have to be for bananas. If you want to sweeten up your morning oatmeal, then switch things up and caramelize pears! When caramelized, pears taste warm, rich, and deeply sweet. They give off a slight butterscotch flavor. Pair with oats, vanilla, and cinnamon, you get an indulgent, slightly sweet, oatmeal dish!
FAQs
Q: Could I sub the pears with bananas?
A: Sure, if you want to go the more traditional route you can follow the exact recipe and just sub in a sliced banana!
Q: What are some good toppings or mix-ins?
A: Walnuts, pecans, any kind of nut butter, or maple syrup pair great with this oatmeal! They all add their own texture and flavor profile.
Pear Seared Oatmeal
Ingredients
For the oatmeal:
- ½ cup quick oats
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp milk to top
For the seared pears:
- 1 red pear sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine oats, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, & sprinkle of brown sugar. Set heat to medium and allow it to come to a simmer, stirring frequently. Turn off heat and let sit to thicken.
- In a separate pot over medium heat, add butter and melt until frothy, then add brown sugar and cinnamon, stir to combine. Add sliced pears and let cook for 2-4 mins each side. Remove and add to oatmeal, add splash of milk and drizzle of maple syrup!
Notes
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