Irish Oatmeal Brown Sugar Cream (Printable)
Warm steel-cut oats topped with brown sugar and cream for a comforting start.
# What You'll Need:
→ Oatmeal Base
01 - 1 cup steel-cut Irish oats
02 - 4 cups water
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Toppings
04 - 4 tablespoons brown sugar
05 - 4 tablespoons heavy cream
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
# How To Make:
01 - Bring water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
02 - Stir in the steel-cut oats, reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally until oats are tender and creamy.
03 - Divide the cooked oatmeal evenly among four serving bowls.
04 - Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of brown sugar over each serving.
05 - Drizzle 1 tablespoon of heavy cream over each bowl.
06 - Dust with a pinch of cinnamon if desired and serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The texture is infinitely better than instant oats, with a satisfying chew that makes you feel like you are eating real food
- This recipe costs pennies per serving but tastes like something from a fancy brunch spot
02 -
- Steel-cut oats require patience, unlike rolled oats they will not soften quickly no matter how high you turn up the heat
- The oatmeal will continue to thicken as it stands, so if you like it thinner you can add a splash more water or cream right before serving
03 -
- Rinse the oats quickly in a fine mesh strainer before cooking to remove any dust or debris
- A pinch of salt might seem strange in a sweet breakfast but it actually intensifies the overall flavor