Description
Steel-Cut Oats with Caramelized Pears and Walnuts is a heartwarming breakfast that transforms your morning routine into a delightful culinary experience. This dish combines the creamy texture of steel-cut oats with the sweet, buttery flavor of caramelized pears and the satisfying crunch of toasted walnuts. Perfect for lazy Sundays or busy weekdays, it’s a nutritious meal that keeps you full and energized all morning long.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup steel-cut oats
- 4 cups water or milk
- 2 ripe pears, diced
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp butter (or coconut oil)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, bring water or milk to a boil. Stir in steel-cut oats, reduce heat, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until desired consistency is reached.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add diced pears, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and soft.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast chopped walnuts for 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
- Serve oats in bowls topped with caramelized pears and toasted walnuts. Drizzle with maple syrup if desired.
- Enjoy immediately, adding yogurt or fresh fruit for extra flair.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 382
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg