Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats
A warm and heart healthy breakfast, making Steel Cut Oats in the Instant Pot is faster than the stove-top method. Top with berries, bananas, or your favorite toppings for a satisfying meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups steel cut oats gluten-free if needed
- 6 cups water
- 2 sticks cinnamon sticks
- 4 medium ripe bananas
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 cup milk of your choice nut, soy, or skim
- 8 tsp pure maple syrup or honey
- ground cinnamon for topping
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Combine the steel cut oats and water in the bowl of your Instant Pot and stir.
- Add the cinnamon sticks, cover, and cook on high pressure for 6 minutes.
- Allow the pressure to naturally release.
- Remove the cinnamon sticks and discard. Stir in blueberries.
- To serve, portion 1 cup of oats into each bowl, top with 2 tablespoons of milk, half a sliced banana, drizzle 1 teaspoon of honey or maple syrup, and sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes before adding toppings.
Notes
This recipe is easy to customize by adding nuts, dried fruit, or different spices to suit your taste.