Are you tired of spending precious morning minutes hovering over a stove, stirring oatmeal? Say goodbye to traditional, time-consuming breakfast prep and hello to the most effortless, delicious steel cut oats you'll ever taste! Our Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats recipe promises restaurant-quality breakfast in just 30 minutes, delivering a creamy, nutritious meal that will supercharge your morning and keep you energized all day long.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup steel cut oats
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Fresh fruit for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Measure out 1 cup of steel cut oats and pour them into the Instant Pot inner pot.
- Add 4 cups of water to the oats, ensuring all grains are submerged.
- Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of salt into the mixture to enhance the overall flavor.
- If desired, add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon for additional sweetness and warmth.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, ensuring the valve is set to "Sealing" position.
- Select the "Pressure Cook" or "Manual" setting and set the timer for 4 minutes at high pressure.
- Once cooking is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, carefully release any remaining pressure by turning the valve to "Venting".
- Open the lid and stir the oats to achieve a creamy consistency.
- Serve immediately in bowls and top with fresh fruits like berries, sliced bananas, or chopped apples if desired.
- Let cool for 2-3 minutes before consuming to avoid burning.
Tips
- Always use a 1:4 ratio of steel cut oats to water for the perfect creamy consistency.
- Don't skip the salt - it enhances the overall flavor profile of your oats.
- For extra richness, consider using milk instead of water or a 50/50 mixture.
- Experiment with toppings like nuts, seeds, or a drizzle of honey to customize your breakfast.
- If you prefer a firmer texture, reduce the natural release time to 5-7 minutes.
- Store leftover oats in the refrigerator and reheat with a splash of milk for a quick breakfast.
- For meal prep, this recipe can be made in advance and portioned out for the week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 27g
Protein: 5g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
