Description
This Custard Oatmeal recipe combines rolled oats with a silky egg custard for a creamy, comforting breakfast. The oats are cooked on the stovetop with water until thick, then gently combined with cold water and a whisked egg to create a smooth, custard-like texture without scrambling the egg. Finished with a hint of vanilla and customizable toppings, this nourishing dish is perfect for a warm morning treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Oatmeal Base
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (quick cooking preferred)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 pinch salt
Custard Mixture
- 1/3 cup cold water
- 1 egg, whisked
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Oats: In a pot on the stove over medium-high heat, combine 1/2 cup water and 1/2 cup rolled oats with a pinch of salt. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens, becomes creamy, and most of the water has evaporated.
- Adjust for Oat Type: If using larger rolled oats instead of quick-cooking oats, add additional water as needed, since they take longer to cook and absorb more liquid.
- Prepare Custard: Reduce the heat to low. Add 1/3 cup very cold water and the whisked egg to the pot. Whisk vigorously and continuously to create a thick custard-like consistency without cooking the egg too quickly.
- Add Flavor: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract, if using, to enhance the flavor.
- Serve: Pour the custard oatmeal into a bowl. Top with your favorite fruits, seeds, or any desired toppings, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Using cold water before adding the egg helps to lower the temperature, preventing the egg from scrambling and ensuring a smooth custard texture.
- Quick cooking oats work best for this recipe; if using larger rolled oats, increase the water amount and cooking time accordingly.
- This recipe is easily customizable with various toppings such as fresh berries, nuts, seeds, or a drizzle of honey.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: custard oatmeal, creamy oatmeal, breakfast oatmeal, stovetop oatmeal, easy oatmeal recipe, vanilla oatmeal
