How to Make Steel Cut Oats
Wondering how to make Steel Cut Oats? I've got instructions for making these in the Instant Pot, Crockpot, and right on the stove top. This healthy breakfast recipe is filling and full of whole grains! Can be made with apples, bananas, blueberries, and more.
Servings: 6 1/2 Cup Servings
Calories: 112kcal
Equipment
- Instant Pot 6 qt
- Sealing Rings
Ingredients
Steel Cut Oats:
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- 1 cup steel cut oats
- ½ cup almond milk unsweetened
- ½ tsp salt this keeps the oatmeal from foaming too much
- 3 cups water
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Optional Toppings:
- blueberries
- almonds sliced
- unsweetened shredded coconut
- lemon zest
Instructions
Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats
- Spray or grease the Instant Pot insert with oil. Make sure to grease both the bottom and sides to prevent the oatmeal from sticking to the pan. 1 tsp coconut oil
- Add oats, almond milk, salt, and water to the pot and mix well. Close the lid and turn the pressure release valve to sealing.1 cup steel cut oats, ½ cup almond milk, ½ tsp salt, 3 cups water
- Using the manual function, cook the oatmeal on high pressure for 12 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally.
- Remove the lid and stir the oatmeal. Let the oatmeal cool for 5-10 minutes. The oatmeal will thicken as it cools. Top with your favorite toppings and serve. 2 tbsp maple syrup, blueberries, almonds, unsweetened shredded coconut, lemon
Crockpot Steel Cut Oats
- Grease the slow cooker insert with oil, including the bottom and sides. 1 tsp coconut oil
- Combine the oats, almond milk, water, and salt in the slow cooker. 1 cup steel cut oats, ½ cup almond milk, ½ tsp salt
- Add the lid and cook for 2-3 hours on high or 5-6 hours on low.
- Remove the lid and stir. Serve and top with your favorite toppings. 2 tbsp maple syrup, blueberries, almonds, unsweetened shredded coconut, lemon
Stove Top Steel Cut Oats
- In a large sauce pan bring the water, almond milk, and coconut oil to a boil on the stove. When the liquid is boiling add in the steel cut oats, maple syrup, and salt. 3 cups water, ½ cup almond milk, 1 tsp coconut oil, 1 cup steel cut oats, 2 tbsp maple syrup, ½ tsp salt
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and allow the oatmeal to simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the oats are thick and no longer crunchy. I like to place a wooden spoon over the top of the pan to prevent the oatmeal from boiling over.
- Remove the oatmeal from heat and let cool for 5-10 minutes. Serve with your favorite toppings. blueberries, almonds, unsweetened shredded coconut, lemon
Video
Notes
Weight Watchers:
Using sugar free maple syrup
1 2025 Plan Point | 4 Blue Plan Points | 4 Green Plan Points | 1 Purple Plan Point | 3 Points on the 2023 Plan
21 Day Fix/Ultimate Portion Fix: 1 yellow container, 1/4 sweetener teaspoon per serving for the base recipe.
2B Mindset: This is a great FFC breakfast when paired with 50% of your plate as protein.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 112kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 27mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg