With bright peach flavor and an easy method, this Peaches and Cream Oatmeal is a nutritious breakfast to share with the kids. Plus, it reheats well, so you can make it one day and enjoy it for days to come!
I love making all kinds of oatmeal with fruit, but peach oatmeal might be my favorite. It’s fresh, flavorful, and comes together in less than 10 minutes. And you can add any toppings you like, too, which is fun for the kids to customize their own bowl.
Adding cream to peach oatmeal makes it rich and creamy, and turns it into a riff on a dessert—which might just make starting the day a little more appealing!
You can serve this as toddler breakfast idea and it works to make it ahead too, if you want to do some toddler meal prep. (Or just enjoy it yourself!)
(You may also like Fluffy Peach Muffins, Peach Smoothie, Blueberry Banana Baked Oatmeal, and Easy Oatmeal Bars.)
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Ingredients You Need
Here’s a look at the ingredients you need to make this Peaches and Cream Oatmeal so you know what to have on hand.
- Rolled oats: Often called “old-fashioned oatmeal,” this classic type of oatmeal is found in the cereal aisle and cooks in minutes.
- Vanilla extract: Adding vanilla to this recipe adds flavor and gives it even more of that classic peaches and cream flavor.
- Peaches: You can use diced fresh peaches, or if you prefer, you can used drained canned peaches or frozen peaches.
- Heavy cream: Adding cream to the finished oatmeal adds richness and makes it a little more satisfying. You can use heavy cream, whipping cream, or even whole milk if that’s what you have on hand.
- Hemp seeds, chopped walnuts, chopped pecans, granola, and/or brown sugar, are all optional toppings.
Ingredient Substitutions
Use certified gluten-free oats if needed to make this recipe gluten-free.
Use coconut cream in place of heavy cream to make this recipe dairy-free.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Here’s a look at how to make this easy Peaches and Cream Oatmeal so you know what to expect. Scroll down to the end of the post for the full recipe, including the amounts and timing.
Step 1. Heat water over high heat. When almost about to boil, reduce heat to low and add the oats, vanilla, and cinnamon.
Step 2. Cook until the oats are softened. Stir in the peaches.
Step 3. Cook until peaches are soft. Remove from the heat. Cover and let sit.
Step 4. Stir in the cream and serve with any optional toppings.
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has whole grains, fiber, vitamin C and calcium, making it a nutritious breakfast to share with the kids.
I love adding a whole range of fruit depending on the time of the year and diced peaches rank up there as a favorite.
You can use diced fresh peaches, frozen peaches, or drained canned peaches in peach oatmeal.
How to Store
Store leftover Peaches and Cream Oatmeal in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat to serve, adding more milk or cream as desired.
Best Tips for Success
- Divide the peach oatmeal recipe in half to make a smaller amount.
- To make one serving in the microwave: Add ½ cup rolled oats, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 cup water to heat-safe bowl. Cook for 1 minute. Stir in ½ cup fresh diced peaches and cook for an additional minute. Serve with cream.
- To make with Steel Cut Oats: Use 1 cup steel cut oats and 4 cups water. Simmer on medium-low heat until the oats are soft, about 20 minutes.
- Gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free rolled oats.
- Dairy-free: Use your favorite nondairy milk.
- Try my Mini Blueberry Muffins for another yummy option, too.
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Peaches and Cream Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats (often called "old-fashioned oatmeal")
- 2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 cups diced peaches (about 2 small peaches)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Hemp seeds, chopped walnuts, chopped pecans, granola, and/or brown sugar (optional toppings)
Instructions
- Heat 4 cups water in a medium pot over high heat.
- When almost about to boil, reduce heat to low and add the oats, vanilla, and cinnamon.
- Cook, stirring often, until the oats are softened and the water is absorbed, about 4 minutes. Stir in the peaches. Cook for an additional 2-4 minutes or until the fruit is soft and the water is absorbed.
- Remove from the heat. Cover and let sit for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cream and serve with any optional toppings.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat to serve, adding more milk or cream as desired.
- Divide the recipe in half to make a smaller amount.
- To make one serving in the microwave: Add ½ cup rolled oats, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 cup water to heat-safe bowl. Cook for 1 minute. Stir in ½ cup fresh diced peaches and cook for an additional minute. Serve with cream.
- To make with Steel Cut Oats: Use 1 cup steel cut oats and 4 cups water. Simmer on medium-low heat until the oats are soft, about 20 minutes.
- Gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free rolled oats.
- Dairy-free: Use your favorite nondairy milk.
This was SO good – definitely reminiscent of the packaged stuff I grew up on, but without the artificial taste. I used half and half because that was all I had, but it was still creamy and delicious. Can’t wait to make it again.
Hi! I was going to make this but I don’t have heavy cream- can I use half and half instead ? Same amount ? Or something else ? Thanks
I used half and half (same amount) and it was perfect.