Brown-Butter Peach Skillet Oatmeal with Basil Sugar

Brown butter, the French beurre noisette, lends nutty depth that elevates humble skillet oatmeal. Ripe peaches caramelize in the pan, then meet fragrant basil sugar and toasted pecans for a bright summer breakfast.

Serves 4 · 10 min prep · 15 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 420 cal
• 12g protein
• 58g carbs
• 17g fat
• 7g fiber

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Ingredients

• 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 3 ripe peaches
• 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup water
• 3 Tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 2 Tbsp fresh basil leaves
• 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup toasted pecans
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt

Instructions

1. 1Pit and slice the peaches into thick wedges, leaving the skins on for color and texture. Finely chop the basil and toss it with the granulated sugar in a small bowl to make a fragrant basil sugar; set aside.
2. 2Place a 10-inch cast-iron or heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and cook, swirling often, until it foams, turns golden brown, and smells nutty, about 3 to 4 minutes. Watch closely so it does not burn.
3. 3Scoop out half of the brown butter into a small dish for finishing. Add the peach slices to the remaining butter in the skillet and cook 2 minutes per side until edges caramelize and fruit softens slightly.
4. 4Push peaches to the side. Pour oats into the skillet and toast them in the residual butter for 1 minute, stirring constantly until fragrant.
5. 5Pour in milk, water, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring often, until oats are creamy and thickened, 6 to 8 minutes.
6. 6Fold most of the peaches back into the oatmeal, reserving a few pretty slices for topping. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
7. 7Spoon oatmeal into four warm bowls. Top each with reserved peach slices, a spoonful of Greek yogurt, toasted pecans, and a drizzle of the saved brown butter.
8. 8Finish with a generous sprinkle of basil sugar so the herb fragrance hits first. Serve immediately while the oatmeal is still steaming.