🥞 Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3½ cups milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons softened cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk for the drizzle
- Chopped pecans, optional
👩🍳 Preparation
1
Combine the Oats
Add the oats, milk and salt to a medium saucepan and stir to combine.
⏱ About 1 minute2
Cook the Oatmeal
Bring to a gentle simmer, reduce the heat and cook while stirring often until thick and creamy.
⏱ About 7–10 minutes3
Make the Cinnamon Swirl
Mix the brown sugar, cinnamon and softened butter until a smooth paste forms.
⏱ About 2 minutes4
Prepare the Cream Cheese Drizzle
Whisk the cream cheese, powdered sugar and enough milk to make a smooth drizzle.
⏱ About 2 minutes5
Flavor the Oatmeal
Remove from the heat, stir in vanilla and add a splash of milk if needed.
⏱ About 1 minute6
Assemble the Bowls
Divide the oatmeal among bowls and swirl the cinnamon mixture over the surface.
⏱ About 2 minutes7
Finish and Serve
Add the cream cheese drizzle and chopped pecans if desired. Serve warm.
⏱ Ready to serve📦 Storage
Refrigerate oatmeal and toppings separately for up to 4 days. Reheat with a splash of milk.
🍓 Serving Suggestions
Top with sliced banana, diced apple, toasted pecans, raisins or fresh berries.