Here's a recipe for oatmeal that includes a topping that is a cross between a caramel apple and apple pie filling. The apples come out nice and soft for your toddler.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
- Oatmeal prepared according to package directions.
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 apple, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2-4 tablespoons evaporated milk
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Preparation:
In a small skillet, heat the butter until just foaming.
Add the apples and saute them until they are soft and nearly translucent, taking care not to let the butter burn. On my stove using a cast-iron skillet, the heat stays on about medium low.
Add the brown sugar and allow it to melt and coat the apples. Cook for 1-2 minutes more.
Add the milk and cinnamon and continue simmering until the milk reduces just a bit.
Serve over prepared oatmeal.