Oatmeal Brulee
The ultimate comfort food, Oatmeal Brulee features creamy oats topped with a delicious crunchy caramelized sugar layer. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat, this easy recipe will satisfy your cravings. Make it tonight and enjoy a cozy and delightful dish that will impress your family and friends!
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Frying Pan
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 1/2 cups quick cooking oats I used Bob’s Red Mill – Gluten Free
- 1 vanilla bean pod
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 pint fresh raspberries
Instructions
- In a small saucepan bring water and kosher salt to a boil. Spit vanilla bean and scrape the seeds into the water with the oats. Add the whole pod for more flavor (optional). Add the oats, reduce heat, and cook for 3-5 minutes. Cover and and remove from heat and let sit until it reaches the consistency you prefer. Remove vanilla pod. Divide the oatmeal among four broiler-proof bowls. Top with 3-4 raspberries, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of brown sugar over each, and place under broiler. Broil until sugar caramelizes and forms a crust, about 3 to 4 minutes. Watch carefully so sugar doesn’t burn. Serve immediately with cream and additional fruit or topping of your choice if desired.
Notes
- Storage: Leftover Oatmeal Brulee can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. However, the brulee topping may lose some of its crunch.
- Reheating: To reheat, simply warm the oatmeal in the microwave and then re-brulee the sugar topping under the broiler for a few minutes to regain that crunchy texture.
- Ingredient Quality: Using quality ingredients, especially with the oats and fresh fruit, can significantly enhance the flavor of your dish.
- Vanilla Substitutes: If you don’t have a vanilla bean pod, you can use vanilla powder or an alternative flavoring to infuse the oats, though the fresh pod gives the best results.