Description
Start your morning on a bright, flavorful note with these easy peach breakfast recipes. Fresh peaches bring natural sweetness and a juicy burst to your favorite morning staples, from creamy oatmeal to fluffy pancakes. These recipes combine wholesome ingredients and simple steps, making them perfect for quick weekday breakfasts or leisurely weekend treats. With flexible options for substitutions and storage, you can tailor them to your dietary needs and schedule. Whether you prefer your peaches fresh or lightly cooked, this guide will inspire you to enjoy peaches beyond just eating them plain.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 ripe peaches, diced
- 1 ½ cups milk or milk alternative
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Chopped nuts or seeds for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
- Stir in oats and salt, cook gently, stirring occasionally until creamy (about 10 minutes).
- Dice peaches while oats cook.
- When oats are ready, remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and cinnamon.
- Pour oatmeal into bowls and top with fresh peaches.
- Drizzle honey or maple syrup if desired and sprinkle with nuts or seeds.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free oats.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey or maple syrup.
- Try swapping milk types based on dietary preferences.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice on peaches to enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stove top / Baking
- Cuisine: American