I’ve been making peaches and cream oatmeal all summer long; filled with soft pecans and sweet peaches, this is a memorable breakfast. I save a couple of peaches to make this oatmeal almost every time I buy fresh peaches.
And if you dare to top your oatmeal with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this really might be the best oatmeal you’ll ever eat. We aren’t new to the ice cream and oatmeal combination over here.
If you haven’t tried ice cream with your oatmeal yet, you are missing out on some serious awesomeness for your breakfast! While it may sound a little crazy at first, I figure that a small scoop of ice cream has to be comparable to a spoonful of sugar and a splash of milk, right? If I’m wrong, just don’t tell me.
Oatmeal and Peaches
Peach oatmeal is pretty amazing on its own though, so feel free to skip the ice cream and eat it plain. Or top it with a pat of butter and a sprinkling of brown sugar.
Like the blueberries and cream oatmeal I’ve raved about in the past, this oatmeal is pretty awesome with a drizzle of cream as well.
Peaches and Cream Oatmeal
The first time I made this oatmeal was over a year ago. My kids had spied the peaches on the counter and they begged me to put the fruit in their oatmeal.
Even knowing that I had planned to make more jam wasn’t enough to change their minds. I’ll give them credit though; the oatmeal was a great choice.
With sweet peaches in every bite of this easy stovetop oatmeal, I absolutely love it. I’m not kidding when I say that I make this just about every time there are peaches in our home.
We have a well-known history with oatmeal in this house. Made in the oven, on the stove or even in the crock-pot, we definitely love oatmeal.
Peaches and Cream Oatmeal Recipe
Kitchen Tip: I use this saucepan to make this oatmeal.
You’ll need the following ingredients for this recipe:
- old-fashioned rolled oats
- pecans
- peaches
- kosher salt
- cinnamon
- water
Yes, you can make this oatmeal with milk instead of water. Personally, I’m not the biggest fan of oatmeal that is made with milk, so I rarely do that. I prefer to top ours with milk or cream after it is cooking. If oatmeal cooked in milk happens to be your preference though? Go for it.
Oatmeal Toppings
- butter
- brown sugar, honey, or maple syrup
- milk, half and half, or cream
- whipped cream
- vanilla ice cream
Oatmeal Peaches and Cream
To make the oatmeal, combine the oats, peaches, pecans, salt, and cinnamon in a medium-sized saucepan. Add the water and stir to combine.
Bring to a boil and immediately reduce to a simmer. Simmer for 4-5 minutes, stirring often.
When the oats are tender, remove from the heat. Portion into serving bowls and add the toppings of your choice.
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Peaches and Cream Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
- ⅓ cup pecans chopped very small
- 2 large peaches chopped small, about 2 cups
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
- 3½ cups water
Optional Toppings
- butter
- brown sugar, honey, or maple syrup
- milk, half and half, or cream
- whipped cream
- vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Combine the oats, peaches, pecans, salt, and cinnamon in a medium-size saucepan. Add the water and stir to combine. Bring to a boil and immediately reduce to a simmer.
- Simmer for 4-5 minutes, stirring often. When the oats are tender, remove from the heat. Portion into serving bowls and add the toppings of your choice.
Nutrition
{originally published 9/2/14 – recipe notes and photos updated 8/21/23}
Joshua Hampton (Cooking Classes San Diego) says
How delicious. I'm not that crazy about oatmeal, but if they're made creamy and with nice add-ons like peaches and nuts… I'd eat it every single day. Thanks for your lovely recipe.
Sippity Sup says
Good oatmeal is one of life's pleasures. GREG
Velva says
I love a good bowl of oatmeal and peaches would be a delightful addition. I know I would squeal with delight if my son asked for peaches in his oatmeal-getting him to eat fruit is my food challenge with him.
Have a great holiday weekend.
Velva
Becki's Whole Life says
There is nothing like fresh peaches! This sounds soo good, I wish I had some peaches here for oatmeal in the AM.
Mary Callan says
What a great way to eat oatmeal – lovely flavorings
Mary x
Magnolia Verandah says
We just love oatmeal in this house – add peaches and nuts – what could be better to start the day.
mjskit says
This looks like a delicious bowl of oatmeal! It's hard to beat fresh peaches.
Anonymous says
I love oatmeal gonna try it
Anna (Hidden Ponies) says
I love the idea of adding ice cream to oatmeal – my kids would be thrilled!
Amanda says
This looks like an incredible breakfast!
Christine at Cook the Story says
This looks so delicious!
Amanda says
There is no flavor in this recipe you don’t taste anything but oats…… if I wanted just oats I’d make just oats and water….
Mary says
That’s quite odd that you found it lacking in flavor. It is oatmeal, so there should be plenty of oat flavor. However, with peaches, nuts, a splash of cream, and whichever toppings you like best, it should’ve been full of flavor. The only thing I can think of would be if you used peaches that were lacking in flavor. We love this oatmeal and make it many times a year whenever peaches are in season.
Great grandma says
As a kid, mom would make oatmeal and it was like paste. Couldn’t stand it. When we had it at a restaurant, it was delicious. So tried several ways of cooking it. Finally came up with boiling the water, adding the oatmeal and turning off the heat and letting the oatmeal set covered, till it had absorbed all the water. It is just like the restaurant’s. Have added raisins, cinnamon, pecans, cranberries, blueberries, to the boiling water. For fresh fruits and berries, they are added after the oatmeal is done. Have not done the ice cream, but plan on doing that soon. Thanks for the ideas.
Mary Younkin says
I’m so glad you like all the oatmeal versions now!
MIlo-ette says
So yummy! We really enoyed this oatmeal even my 7 and 5 year old who have turned their nose up at any oatmeal that didn’t have chocolate chips in them for while now ha. I am adding this to our rotation especially in the summer when I buy from The Peach Truck! =] Def a 5 star rating!
Mary Younkin says
I am so happy to hear that you love the oatmeal!
Jasmine says
I’ve used this recipe for almost 7 years. It is the best!
Mary Younkin says
So glad you love it, Jasmine.