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Brown Sugar Plums over Oatmeal with Whipped Ricotta

Name: Brown Sugar Plums over Oatmeal with Whipped Ricotta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup steel cut oats; 3 cups water; 4 dates, roughly chopped; ¼ tsp ground cardamom; ¼ tsp kosher salt; 3 ripe red plums, pitted and cut into quarters; 2 tbsp packed light brown sugar; 2 tbsp salted butter, melted; 1 cup whole milk ricotta; 1 tsp honey; 4 tbsp roughly chopped salted roasted pistachios

Steel cut oats cooked with dates and cardamom, crowned with caramelized brown sugar plums and light whipped ricotta. The combination of tender oats, jammy fruit, and creamy topping transforms everyday ingredients into an elegant breakfast.

🥗Vegetarian 🏷️Brown sugar 🏷️Plums 🏷️Oatmeal 🏷️Whipped ricotta Steel cut oats

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Brown Sugar Plums over Oatmeal with Whipped Ricotta

Total

2h 10m

Servings

Difficulty

Hard

Est. Cost

$22–$36

Recipe Source

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From Recette Magazine

Ingredients

1 cup steel cut oats
3 cups water
4 dates, roughly chopped
¼ tsp ground cardamom
¼ tsp kosher salt
3 ripe red plums, pitted and cut into quarters
2 tbsp packed light brown sugar
2 tbsp salted butter, melted
1 cup whole milk ricotta
1 tsp honey
4 tbsp roughly chopped salted roasted pistachios

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Instructions

1
In a Suvie pan, stir together 1 cup old fashioned oats, 3 cups water, 4 dates, ¼ tsp cardamom, and ¼ tsp salt. Insert pan into the top of your Suvie.
2
Place plums in a Suvie pan, drizzle with 2 tbsp salted butter, and sprinkle with 2 tbsp light brown sugar. Coat plums in sugar and butter, and arrange them cut-side up. Insert pan into the bottom zone of your Suvie. Input settings and cook now or schedule.
3
Cook on Slow Cook High for 2 hours.
4
After the cook, remove pans from Suvie and stir oats to incorporate. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, add 1 cup ricotta and 1 tsp honey. Whip ricotta on medium speed for 2 minutes, until light and fluffy.
5
To serve, divide oatmeal between bowls and top with whipped ricotta and plums. Garnish with 4 tbsp crushed pistachios.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Toast the steel cut oats in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before adding water to deepen their nuttiness and improve texture.
Cook plums over medium heat until the edges begin to caramelize and release their juices, about 5-7 minutes—don't rush this step for maximum flavor.
Whip ricotta just before serving; if made ahead, it will lose its airy texture as it sits.
Use ripe, soft plums for the best results; under-ripe plums won't soften properly or develop the same depth of sweetness.

Substitutions

Dates → figs or raisins (soak first if using raisins; rehydrates during cooking)
Brown sugar → maple syrup or honey (reduce quantity slightly as liquids cook into oats)
Whole milk ricotta → Greek yogurt (slightly tangier, but similar creamy texture)
Cardamom → ground cinnamon or a pinch of nutmeg (different spice profile but equally warming)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooked oatmeal in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or milk. Store plum topping and whipped ricotta separately and assemble fresh.

Common Questions

Can you make this ahead?

Cook the oatmeal the night before and reheat gently with a splash of water. Prepare the whipped ricotta and plum topping fresh just before serving for best texture.

What can I substitute for plums?

Ripe peaches, apricots, or figs work well. Roast or pan-caramelize them the same way with brown sugar and butter.

Why use steel cut oats instead of rolled oats?

Steel cut oats have a chewier texture and nuttier flavor that stands up better to the rich toppings. They also take longer to cook, which helps soften the dates naturally.