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Creamy Stovetop Oatmeal
American30 minutes or less

Creamy Stovetop Oatmeal

Thick, comforting rolled oats simmered in milk until perfectly creamy, topped with a melting pat of butter, brown sugar, and warm cinnamon.

12 min2 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats Ā· old-fashioned
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp butter Ā· plus more for serving
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar Ā· packed
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

  1. 1

    Simmer the liquids

    In a medium saucepan, combine the water, milk, and a pinch of salt. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Cook the oats

    Stir in the rolled oats and reduce the heat to low. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the oats have absorbed most of the liquid and are tender.

  3. 3

    Stir in the finishings

    Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until the butter is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.

  4. 4

    Serve warm

    Divide the creamy oatmeal between two bowls. Add an extra pat of butter or a drizzle of maple syrup on top if desired, and serve immediately.