Bruleed Irish Oatmeal
Elevate your breakfast game with Bruleed Irish Oatmeal—a rich, creamy twist on a classic morning staple that feels like an indulgent dessert. Made with hearty steel-cut Irish oats simmered to perfection in a blend of whole milk, heavy cream, and a hint of pure vanilla, this warming dish is topped with a layer of caramelized brown sugar for an irresistible crackly crust. Whether finished off with fresh berries, toasted nuts, or simply enjoyed as-is, this recipe combines the comforting warmth of oatmeal with the elegant decadence of crème brûlée. Ready in just 40 minutes and perfect for a cozy start to the day, this bruleed oatmeal is both an impressive and satisfying way to fuel your mornings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup steel-cut Irish oats
- 3.5 cups water
- 0.5 cups whole milk
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.25 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- as desired optional fruits or nuts for garnish (e.g., berries, chopped pecans)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
Stir in the steel-cut Irish oats and reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 25 minutes or until the oats are tender and thickened.
Add the salt, whole milk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract to the oats. Stir well and let cook for another 5 minutes, ensuring the mixture is creamy and smooth.
Remove the oatmeal from heat and spoon it evenly into four oven-safe ramekins or bowls.
Sprinkle 1/2 tablespoon of brown sugar over the surface of each ramekin or bowl of oatmeal, spreading it evenly.
Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the brown sugar by moving the flame in small, circular motions until the sugar melts and forms a golden, crackly crust. (Alternatively, you can place the ramekins under a broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.)
Let the bruleed oatmeal sit for 1-2 minutes to allow the sugar crust to set.
Garnish with optional fruits or nuts, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1141 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.1 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 692 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.4 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.7 g | ||
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 318 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 892 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
