Caramel Apple Oatmeal

Caramel apples, raisins, and almonds top creamy cinnamon oatmeal for this kid-approved breakfast that's easy to make.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 750 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup raisins
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon flax seeds
• 2 cups oats (such as Quaker Oats®)
• 1 medium Golden Delicious apple - peeled, cored, and chopped
• 2 cups heavy cream, or more as needed
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup sliced almonds
• 0.75 cup brown sugar, divided
• 0.25 cup whipped topping

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add apple and 1/4 cup brown sugar; cook and stir until browned, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a small serving bowl.

Step 2

Melt remaining butter in a small pot over medium heat. Add remaining brown sugar and stir until dissolved. Add 2 cups heavy cream; bring to a simmer. Add oats, flax seeds, and cinnamon; mix and stir until oats are full cooked and creamy, about 2 minutes, adding a touch more heavy cream if needed.

Step 3

Serve in a bowl topped with caramel apple, raisins, and almonds. Add a spoonful of whipped topping to add additional creaminess.