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Gingerbread Oatmeal with Caramelized Pear

15 min

Breakfast

Oatmeals are a perfect, cozy breakfast to enjoy in colder months. To make it even more inviting, we add a few warm gingerbread spices to this oatmeal and top it with deliciously sweet caramelized pears.

Servings

Total

15 min

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

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Ingredients

Oatmeal

  • 1 cup (102 g)
  • 2 cups (480 mL)
    unsweetened soy milk
  • 1 tsp (3 g)
    ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp
    ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp
    ground cloves (optional)
  • ⅛ tsp
    ground allspice (optional)
  • 2 Tbsp (14 g)
    ground flaxseeds
  • 2 tsp (10 mL)
  • 1 tsp (5 mL)
    blackstrap molasses (optional)

Caramelized pear

Toppings

  • ½ cup (120 mL)
    unsweetened coconut yogurt
  • 3 Tbsp (21 g)
    roasted unsalted pecans, chopped

Directions

  1. To a saucepan, add the oats, milk, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and allspice. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Meanwhile, to a medium pan on medium-high heat, add the sliced pear and the maple syrup. Let the pear caramelize for about 4 minutes while stirring and flipping the pear slices occasionally. Take off the heat.
  3. To the saucepan of oatmeal, add the flaxseeds, maple syrup, and molasses and let it cook for another 1 - 2 minutes. Add more milk if you prefer a thinner consistency.
  4. Divide the oatmeal, caramelized pear, yogurt, and pecans between the bowls. Enjoy!

Storage

  • Store the oatmeal, without toppings, in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  • The caramelized pear can also be stored separately in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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Grains & Starches 37%

rolled oats

Proteins 43%

unsweetened soy milk

ground flaxseeds

roasted unsalted pecans

Fruits & Veggies 20%

pear

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unsweetened soy milk

unsweetened coconut yogurt

Fat

ground flaxseeds

roasted unsalted pecans

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Jana - Nov. 30, 2024, 9:23 a.m.

I eat oatmeal six days a week and I have always loved it. But my husband is, as I say, oatmeal resistant. Imagine my surprise when I made this and saw he ate the full bowl without a word of complaint. This is simply a tummy warming treasure that tastes like a dessert, not breakfast. Simply lovely.

PUL small logo PUL Team - Nov. 30, 2024, 5:48 p.m.

Wow what a lovely surprise, Jana, it means so much that the gingerbread oatmeal recipe was enjoyed 🙌


Justice - Nov. 22, 2024, 3:23 p.m.

My new favorite!


Charlotte - Oct. 16, 2024, 5:42 p.m.

This has been one of my favourite autumn/winter oatmeal recipes ever since I first tried it. The combination of flavours are the best! So cosy! Today I swapped the caramelised pear for homemade pear sauce and it was incredible. 🙌🏼

PUL small logo PUL Team - Oct. 16, 2024, 8:25 p.m.

Mmm love the idea to use pear sauce, Charlotte! So happy that the gingerbread oatmeal is being enjoyed too 🫶✨


Jess - Oct. 3, 2024, 9:07 p.m.

Could hazelnut milk replace soy milk ?

PUL small logo PUL Team - Oct. 4, 2024, 12:42 a.m.

Hey there, Jess, you can use hazelnut milk to replace soy milk in this recipe if you'd like 😊


Emily - Aug. 18, 2024, 3:31 p.m.

My eight-year-old niece and I decided to trial run a couple different PUL oatmeal recipes one Saturday morning, and we both especially loved this one! We didn’t have pears on hand, so we used apples, and it turned out great. A delicious way to get the little one to actually eat a nourishing breakfast. Adult AND kid approved!!

PUL small logo PUL Team - Aug. 19, 2024, 9:30 a.m.

That sounds like such a fun Saturday morning, Emily! I’m so glad you and your niece enjoyed this recipe! 😊🥣


Nicole Mostofa - April 30, 2024, 1:45 p.m.

It was fun to try this recipe as I had all the ingredients including optionals and toppings. 🍐 liked the caramelized pear. Mine were on the greener side so needed a lot more time on the stove. I even added splashes of water throughout.


Aixa Bal - April 6, 2024, 4:38 p.m.

Such a delicious oatmeal. I didn't have pears so I made the carnelized apples from the Semolina Porridge recipe. Worked out very well.


Marguerite De Valois - March 14, 2024, 8:55 p.m.

J'adore ! Super petit déjeuner réconfortant, chaud et doux pour les matins d'hiver avant d'aller au boulot. Les quantités de flocons d'avoine peuvent être réduites, il n'est pas obligé de mettre du sirop d'érable dans la poêle et la pomme remplace très bien la poire. A faire et à refaire

PUL small logo PUL Team - March 15, 2024, 9:15 p.m.

So thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the oatmeal, Marguerite, thank you! 🤩


Lea-Mariel - Feb. 28, 2024, 1:41 p.m.

I used small cut oats and it worked out fine! Very delicious indeed :)


Keiko - Jan. 23, 2024, 10:04 a.m.

Delicious! Doesn't end up on our menu as much as the mocha hazelnut version, but this is also very nice!


Nicole 🇨🇦 - Jan. 21, 2024, 3:37 p.m.

Tout simplement délicieux! J’ai par ailleurs remplacé le clou de girofle par de la cardamome… que je mets là où je peux 🤭


Dorka - Jan. 7, 2024, 11:55 a.m.

Delicious 🥰


Jo - Jan. 6, 2024, 11:46 a.m.

Delicious. Quickly added to my favourites. I’m loving this app. Every recipe has been amazing 😍

PUL small logo PUL Team - Jan. 8, 2024, 11:47 p.m.

We're so thrilled you're enjoying the app, Jo! Here to more delicious culinary adventures together 🤗


Alice - Jan. 1, 2024, 6:38 p.m.

I made this stamattina ! To b precise blended this with your mocha hazelnut oatmeal - heaven !
Added all the spices from this one along with cacao and chocolate and pear and peanut butter on the top !! Almost licked the casserole after ahah.
Happy New Year, beautiful Sadia !! Yesterday i met a new friend who already loves you when i mentioned your great recipes and tips ;)

PUL small logo PUL Team - Jan. 3, 2024, 6:38 p.m.

Aw we're so happy to hear, Alice, thanks a bunch for taking the time to share your experience with the recipe! Happy New Years to you all well 💛 Cheers to many more delicious creations this year ☺️


Rita Turner - Dec. 29, 2023, 9:35 a.m.

Delicious 😋


Claire Whittaker - Dec. 25, 2023, 1:20 p.m.

This made the perfect Christmas breakfast! Yum :) made with plums instead of pears as that was what we had and was delicious


Jaya Venkat - Dec. 22, 2023, 9:29 p.m.

Wholesome for winter breakfast!


Kari - Dec. 7, 2023, 6:20 p.m.

I really enjoyed this! I always use 3 parts liquid to 1 part oatmeal so I added 1 cup of water to the recipe. I also don't have access to coconut yogurt in the area we live but I had made a homemade coconut whipped cream from Oh She Glows website for another recipe and that paired perfectly with this oatmeal. My kids said it wasn't their favorite but I'll make it again for me!


May - Dec. 6, 2023, 5:45 p.m.

Terrific recipe, so tasty! I used oat milk, and sautéed extra pears to have later. No pecans, si added walnuts. Yum!

PUL small logo PUL Team - Dec. 8, 2023, 7:38 p.m.

So thrilled the Gingerbread Oatmeal was enjoyed, May, thank you! ✨


teasbian - Dec. 1, 2023, 1:17 p.m.

Delicious and warming


Alisha - Dec. 1, 2023, 12:20 a.m.

Love the gingerbread oatmeal with pears tastes amazing,love all your recipes,your videos are really calming

PUL small logo PUL Team - Dec. 1, 2023, 2:10 a.m.

Hehe tis' the season for gingerbread! Thanks so much, Alisha 🤗


Taylor Currie - Nov. 26, 2023, 8:12 p.m.

So delicious! I love how it isn’t super sweet.


clara - Oct. 21, 2023, 10:43 a.m.

the quintessential autumn breakfast🍂😋


sara brouwer - Oct. 6, 2023, 12:16 p.m.

Loved it, did use a lot less of the maple and did not add the molases the pear made it sweet wnough for me


Olivia - Oct. 6, 2023, 8:50 a.m.

A treat for breakfast.


Kari - Sept. 21, 2023, 6:59 p.m.

The pears are the star of this warm fall breakfast. The yogurt adds creaminess and shouldn’t be skipped. I made enough to take to work the next couple of days. Yum!


Casey - Sept. 5, 2023, 4:53 p.m.

Love this fall recipe and it was so enjoyable to make and so good❤️


Erin - July 30, 2023, 9:30 p.m.

Oh. Oh wow. This oatmeal is a gift from the heavens. 😍 It's absolutely delicious and so nourishing, body and soul! One little hack: I throw the pecans in the pan with the pears and they get toasty and a little bit candied. Mmmm. Oh and I'm in the States with not the best access to good fresh pears, so I just use canned pears!

PUL small logo PUL Team - July 31, 2023, 4:16 p.m.

Yayy it means so much, Erin - and love the idea to use canned pears!


Kanako Liu Kawamoto - May 13, 2023, 9:49 a.m.


Alexia - May 4, 2023, 10 a.m.

Le porridge est délicieux, et idéal avec tout un mélange de texture et de saveur. J'ai trouvé mon bonheur, c'est devenu mon porridge préféré.💕😋


Romane Q - April 16, 2023, 4:43 p.m.

It’s in my rotation of oatmeals. I love it ! Sometimes I do a faster version : i just eat with a raw pear or appel.
An easy and tasty breakfast !

PUL small logo PUL Team - April 17, 2023, 12:19 a.m.

Mmmm a lovely idea, Romane - thank you 😃


Hasini - April 7, 2023, 5:53 a.m.

I love this recipe. I just had it for breakfast for the second time. It is really warm and comfy and perfect for a cold morning. I didn’t have a few things so ended up using cinnamon, ginger and clove with brown sugar at the end. It is still beautiful! Thank you for all of your recipes.

PUL small logo PUL Team - April 7, 2023, 11:01 p.m.

Woohoo! So glad to hear, Hasini - happy cooking 🤗


Sandi - Feb. 9, 2023, 10:44 p.m.

I am definitely trying this recipe!!

PUL small logo PUL Team - Feb. 9, 2023, 11:21 p.m.

We hope you love it, Sandi 🤗


Bethany M - Dec. 18, 2022, 7:28 a.m.

Literally the BEST oatmeal I have EVER made! I can't rave about this enough - super cozy and comforting, yet elevated and has me counting the days until my pears are perfectly ripe!

PUL small logo PUL Team - Dec. 18, 2022, 10:45 p.m.

Awe thank you, Bethany, so happy to hear 🤗


Sara G - Dec. 4, 2022, 10:29 a.m.

Love alll your recipess


Nynke - Oct. 11, 2022, 10:08 a.m.

I have made oatmeal with pear and anise + cinnamon before, but this spice combination and the caramelization of the pears take it to a whole other level! It isn't the quickest breakfast, but the extra invested time is worth it. To switch it up I would suggest adding a bit of anise and/or some raisins to the pot of oatmeal. The raisins will swell up and be very sweet and a good flavour combination.

PUL small logo PUL Team - Oct. 11, 2022, 11:02 p.m.

Woohoo! So thrilled it to hear, Nynke, and love the ideas to change it up 😃


Asha - Sept. 10, 2022, 9:20 a.m.

This was amazing!!


Ashby - Aug. 29, 2022, 11:18 a.m.

Just made and ate this and i love it! I've never caramelised pears before and they were delicious. I added a few blueberries as well as yogurt and it was delightful. So easy to make, so quick, fully recommend this.

PUL small logo PUL Team - Aug. 30, 2022, 3:12 a.m.

Mmm blueberries sound like a delicious addition! We're so glad it was enjoyed, Ashby, thank you 😊


Emily - June 20, 2022, 6:30 p.m.

So good and warming.


Kit - June 20, 2022, 3:11 a.m.

Yummmy! I sweetened mine with date sugar(dried dates pulsed in a food processor) and they cooked down in the pot and added to the rich gingerbread spices.

I wanted to up the protein a bit so I added some fava bean protein and the spices totally disguised the taste.

I think it will be delicious with any poached fruit. This might be my new go to breakfast.

PUL small logo PUL Team - June 22, 2022, 3:33 p.m.

Hey there, Kit! Thanks a bunch for sharing the insight with us. It's so appreciated and we're glad it's being enjoyed 😃


Laurel - June 11, 2022, 7:41 a.m.

I absolutely love this recipe. So does my kid. It’s too hot here for warm oatmeal right now, but I can’t wait for the fall to make it again.

PUL small logo PUL Team - June 15, 2022, 2:56 a.m.

Oh, Laurel, we're so glad the oatmeal is being enjoyed 😊


Chloe - March 14, 2022, 6:59 p.m.

Delicious!


Emma - March 9, 2022, 9:46 a.m.

So simple to make and was really delicious to eat!


Liz - Feb. 13, 2022, 5:34 p.m.

Delicious and easy to make!


GL - Feb. 10, 2022, 2:39 p.m.

I am always happy and satisfied with your recipes and this one is no exception. Delis!!!

PUL small logo PUL Team - Feb. 11, 2022, 12:44 a.m.

A massive compliment, GL, we're so honoured! Thank you for supporting PUL 🥰


Devyn - Feb. 10, 2022, 2:08 a.m.

Such a tasty oatmeal. I’ve made it twice and it was heavenly


Adel - Feb. 6, 2022, 4:13 p.m.

Amazing! Great way to wake up and warm up on a winter's morning. Thank you for posting this recipe, definitely one to enjoy over and over again!

PUL small logo PUL Team - Feb. 6, 2022, 9:40 p.m.

Beyond happy to hear, Adel, thanks a bunch ✨


Monica - Feb. 3, 2022, 2:23 p.m.

Loved this recipe! Oatmeal was perfect texture and loved every flavor-filled bite. The carmelized pear on the side also was super easy and very tasty! Thanks PUL! :)

PUL small logo PUL Team - Feb. 4, 2022, 3:04 a.m.

So happy the oatmeal was enjoyed, Monica!


Louise Magnusson 🇸🇪 - Jan. 15, 2022, 6:02 p.m.

I’m so happy that I gave this recipe another try! I excluded the flaxseeds/chia seeds and it got much better. Creamy, concentrated warm flavours of all the spices, and indulgent! This holiday oatmeal requires more time than the others, but it is definitely worth caramelising the pear. Love the idea from previous reviewers to replace pears with apples! I topped my oatmeal with coconut yoghurt and walnuts, very tasty

PUL small logo PUL Team - Jan. 15, 2022, 8:31 p.m.

Hi Louise! It's a bit of a labour of love although it means so much the recipe was still enjoyed. Love the toppings and modifications 😃


Caroline - Jan. 15, 2022, 4:31 p.m.

Delicious! I used apples instead of pears and they still came out perfectly, and the flavors of the oatmeal were so warm and comforting :) I already know I'll be making this again!

PUL small logo PUL Team - Jan. 15, 2022, 8:29 p.m.

A lovely substitution, Caroline, enjoy the oatmeal!

Fariha - March 21, 2022, 9:15 p.m.

Same! It turned out great!


Michelle - Jan. 8, 2022, 12:25 a.m.

This tastes so amazing! Christmas in a bowl! We have had it several times this winter already! :)

PUL small logo PUL Team - Jan. 9, 2022, 6:37 a.m.

So happy it's being enjoyed, Michelle - thank you!


Maggie - Jan. 7, 2022, 12:51 a.m.

Dear Sadia,
I used to hate oatmeal, no matter what you did to it. Then my sister made this oatmeal recipe for me, and It was wonderful! You have helped me become a open minded eater, and now I eat all sorts of combinations that I never thought would taste good. All of your recipes have such great flavors, and leave me and my family wanting more!

p.s : Where did you find the watercolor hanging plants that are on your website?

PUL small logo PUL Team - Jan. 7, 2022, 5:48 a.m.

Hi there, Maggie, awe so nice of your sister to make it! We're so thrilled the oatmeal was enjoyed and it means so much to hear the incredible feedback. The watercolour art was made for us by our dear friend Lieke from @liekeland☺️


Ori - Jan. 6, 2022, 6:43 p.m.

First time going from a silent watcher of Pick Up Limes videos to taking their stuff into the kitchen. While I didn't go all the way through with the caramelized pear, since in my neck of the woods the price and (lack of) seasonality wasn't for me, the base gingerbread oatmeal was truly a cozy and delicious boost to my mid-morning. I normally make oatmeal by boiling water and tossing it into a bowl, but I could taste the extra steps in preparing the oats--as well as feel extra productive for following the recipe. I reduced the maple syrup to half a teaspoon and it was the right amount of sweetness for me since the flavor story from the spices and molasses kept me on my toes.

PUL small logo PUL Team - Jan. 6, 2022, 10:22 p.m.

Hi there, Ori, we're so thrilled your first PUL recipe was enjoyed! Thanks a bunch for sharing your modifications and experience with us ✨


Susan - Jan. 2, 2022, 3:50 p.m.

So delicious. The perfect balance of flavors (as usual for your recipes!) I'll definitely be having this a lot this winter.

PUL small logo PUL Team - Jan. 2, 2022, 6:59 p.m.

Oh, Susan, so lovely to hear! Happy cooking 🌻


Mira - Jan. 2, 2022, 5:33 a.m.

Delicious! I thought this might be overly sweet but it was just right.

PUL small logo PUL Team - Jan. 2, 2022, 6:01 a.m.

So glad it was enjoyed, Mira 🙂


Kristen - Dec. 31, 2021, 4:08 p.m.

Just made this for breakfast! So easy and really delicious! I didn’t think oatmeal could actually taste this good. Thanks so much for sharing this recipe!

PUL small logo PUL Team - Jan. 1, 2022, 5:14 a.m.

Such as huge compliment, Kristen, thank you!


Taya - Dec. 31, 2021, 10:13 a.m.

It is absolutely awesome! Whole family loved this festive breakfast on the last day of 2021!
Thank you so much for the recipe!!!

PUL small logo PUL Team - Dec. 31, 2021, 10:27 p.m.

We're so happy to hear, Taya! Happy New Year 🥳


Charlotte - Dec. 30, 2021, 5:15 p.m.

This was such a wonderful winter bowl full of flavour and the additional cosy-facter! I have been really enjoying pears recently and the addition of the caramelized pear on top was so good. 🥰 I have used ground ginger in oatmeal before and loved it, and, with the added spices, molasses and maple syrup, this recipe is even better. 🤌🏻🥣 The ultimate winter breakfast.

PUL small logo PUL Team - Dec. 31, 2021, 2:55 a.m.

Hi Charlotte! It means so much that the oatmeal is being enjoyed - thank you 😃


Peta - Dec. 29, 2021, 5:06 p.m.

I tried this oatmeal for a Christmas family gathering, and loved it. It was a bit sweet for me, but with unsweetened coconut yogurt, it balanced it out well. I'm not Vegan, but I love the options. I do substitute a lot of the time, so I used lactose free milk, ultra filtered and/or non-use cow's milk, in my diet. I don't drink milk a lot, but I prefer it to other milks. Else I use coconut milk. I find that the sugar contents increase because I have trouble adjusting to the flavor.

But I'm working on increasing my oatmeal intake for breakfast, as a staple, and this has been added to my rotating recipes. Would love to see a rice porridge recipe that I could use and modify. Or even a cornmeal porridge recipe.

Also caramelized pears (and apples) was amazing!

PUL small logo PUL Team - Dec. 30, 2021, 4:47 a.m.

Hi Peta, thanks for taking the time to share your experience with the recipe and request with us. We've noted it down for future ideas 🙂


DANIELLE - Dec. 29, 2021, 11:31 a.m.

Wonderful, will also make as an overnight oat breakfast so I can take to work.

Didn’t have pears so used apples, which was lovely, and topped with avocado, yoghurt and grapes.
Extremely filling.

PUL small logo PUL Team - Dec. 30, 2021, 6:04 a.m.

Mmm sounds incredible, Danielle, we're so happy the recipe was enjoyed ✨


Hannah - Dec. 27, 2021, 7:59 p.m.

This is my new favourite oatmeal recipe! I eat oatmeal for breakfast every day, so the gingerbread flavour is a perfect way to enjoy oatmeal during the winter holidays. I top my oatmeal with persimmons, pecans, and caramelized bananas. Thank you for another wonderful recipe!

PUL small logo PUL Team - Dec. 28, 2021, 7:08 a.m.

Mmm sounds so lovely, Hannah! Wishing you a very happy holidays ☺️


Celina - Dec. 26, 2021, 11:11 a.m.

I made this as a Christmas breakfast for my mom and I today. It was sooo good, with all the spices and especially the caramelized fruit, we used apples. And the yogurt really helped with balancing everything. Thanks for the great recipe PUL Team :-)

PUL small logo PUL Team - Dec. 26, 2021, 6:37 p.m.

Aw we're so honoured the recipe was part of your holiday breakfast, Celina! Thank YOU for the kind words 😃


Sarah - Dec. 24, 2021, 1:02 p.m.

Omg it's Christmas morning and I thought this was the perfect breakfast for today. I topped it instead with some carmalized apple. And I loved it 😍❤️ It was so good. Thank you for this incredible delicious recipe.

PUL small logo PUL Team - Dec. 25, 2021, 5:51 p.m.

Mmm sounds incredible, Sarah! Wishing you the happiest of holidays 💚