Irish Oatmeal with Cranberries and Raisins
2 servings
15 minutes
Irish oatmeal with cranberries and raisins is a cozy breakfast with the aroma of spices and warm milk. The Irish have long valued oatmeal for its nutritional properties and simplicity of preparation. This version stands out with rich flavors: nutmeg and cinnamon add depth to the aroma, while maple syrup and caramelized sugar provide refined sweetness. Dried cranberries and light raisins make the texture more interesting, while pecans add crunch. This dish is perfect for a leisurely morning when you crave something warming and fragrant. The oatmeal is served baked, making it especially appetizing, and the caramelized crust adds charm. It's not just breakfast; it's a true ritual of comfort that energizes you for the whole day.
1
Pour milk into a saucepan and place it over medium heat. Add a pinch of salt, ground nutmeg, 1 clove, a cinnamon stick, and orange zest. Bring the milk to a boil, stir in the oats, and cook over medium heat, stirring, for about 7-8 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat, discard the cinnamon stick and orange zest. Stir in maple syrup, dried cranberries, and light raisins. Cover and let sit for a couple of minutes.
- Milk 3.5%: 600 ml
- Salt: pinch
- Ground nutmeg: pinch
- Cloves: 1 piece
- Cinnamon sticks: 1 piece
- Orange zest: 1 teaspoon
- Rolled oats: 120 g
- Maple syrup: 2 tablespoons
- Dried cranberries: 1.5 tablespoon
- Golden raisins: 1.5 tablespoon
2
Preheat the grill.
3
Place the porridge in large ramekins (the biggest you have). Sprinkle the surface of the porridge generously with sugar, then place under a very hot grill for 2-3 minutes until the sugar caramelizes. Serve immediately, sprinkled with pecans to taste.
- Brown sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Roasted pecans: 1 glass