Easy way to make Steel Cut Oats Recipe at home

Steel-cut oats are fantastic! Here is a detailed look at how to prepare the best steel-cut oats at home, including instructions for doing it in a pressure cooker, a slow cooker, and on the stovetop (like an Instant Pot).

What Sets Steel Cut Oats Apart from Rolled Oats?

Whole oat groats that have been sliced into little pieces are known as steel-cut oats (instead of rolled into flat discs like with rolled oats). They cook a little slower than other oat varieties but are still tasty.

Steel-cut oats have a creamy, chewy feel when cooked. Steel-cut oats are referred to as gourmet oatmeal in our household. We cherish them!

Our basic oatmeal recipe calls for old-fashioned or rolled oats. They resemble flat, somewhat rounded discs. To manufacture them, whole oat grains are first steam-pressed until they are flattened.

The flattened shape cooks quickly, thus this minimal processing shortens the cooking time. Rolled oats are often used in other recipes, including overnight oats, baked oatmeal, oatmeal cookies, and granola bars.

How to cook Steel Cut Oats?

Although you can prepare steel oats in a pressure cooker and a slow cooker, we prepare them on the stovetop (Instant Pot). The process is straightforward and hands-off.

The microwave should not be used to cook steel oats. See our rolled oats oatmeal recipe, which includes instructions for preparing it in the microwave, if you need a quick oatmeal recipe.

We use this straightforward procedure to prepare them on the stove:

1. To enhance flavor, toast the oats for about two minutes in a spoonful of butter or vegan butter.
2. For 20 to 25 minutes, add water and simmer the mixture, uncovered.
3. To make the oats extra creamy, add 1/2 to 1 cup of milk after thoroughly stirring.
4. Add the spices, additional butter, and some sweetness.

Cooking Ratio for Steel Cut Oats on the Stove

The proportion to keep in mind when preparing steel oats on the stovetop is one part oatmeal to three parts liquid. Remember that this proportion is for cooking oats.

When a pressure cooker or slow cooker is used, the ratio changes somewhat (tips for these devices are below). To assist you, here are two portion sizes:

• 1/2 cup steel-cut oats plus 1 1/2 cups water equals two servings.
• 1 cup of oats plus 3 cups of water equals four servings.

We enjoy adding a splash of liquid after the oats have finished cooking to make them extra creamy. Before serving, add 1/2 to 1 cup of milk (dairy or non-dairy) and let the oats soak up for a while.

Advice: If you ever notice that your oatmeal is too dry, simply add a little extra water or milk, and it will start to soften. We have also observed that oats continue to soak up fluids as they sit.

So, while reheating your oats if they have been sitting for a long or if you’ve kept them in the fridge overnight, add a little water or milk.

A Slow Cooker’s Guide to Making Steel Cut Oats

Steel oats cooked in the slow cooker are significantly creamier than those cooked in other ways (think creamy, delicious oatmeal pudding). 1 cup steel oats and 4 cups water are needed to cook steel oats in a slow cooker.

You can season it with whatever you choose; I like to use 1 tablespoon of butter, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and a dash of salt. Cook the slow cooker with the lid on for 7 to 8 hours on LOW or 3 to 4 hours on HIGH. Before serving, stir the oats. Add 1/2 to 1 cup of milk to the oats for an extra creamy version.

Steel-cut oats in a pressure cooker: How to Prepare Them (Instant Pot)

1 cup steel oats, 3 cups of water, a dash of salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon butter are all you need to cook steel oats in an Instant Pot or another pressure cooker (or vegan butter).

Oats should be stirred before being cooked for 3 minutes at high pressure using the manual or pressure cooker option.

Allow the cooker to naturally release all of its pressure after the cooking period is finished. Before serving, thoroughly stir. Add 1/2 to 1 cup milk to make the oats creamier.

Do steel-cut oats need to be soaked before cooking?

Steel oats don’t require soaking before cooking. Steel oats will, however, soften a little if you soak them in water for a while (often 8 hours or overnight).

The oats cook more quickly the following morning because they are softer.

Additionally, soaking the oats might assist some of the nutrients to become more accessible to us for absorption. The amount of time needed to cook steel oats on the stovetop will be lowered in half if you decide to soak them.

Suggestions for Serving

Although you can add pretty much anything you like to cooked oatmeal, here is some additional oatmeal inspiration for you:

• Fruit that has been mashed: I enjoy adding mashed banana to my breakfast.
• Walnuts, pecans, hazelnuts, and roasted pumpkin seeds are a few examples of toasted nuts and seeds.
• Nut butter such as cashew, almond, or peanut butter
• Hemp seeds, crushed flax, or chia seeds
• Cream, milk, buttermilk, yogurt, or non-dairy milk splashed on top
• Vanilla flavoring
• Honey, brown sugar, or maple syrup
• Dried fruit (like cranberries, mulberries, or raisins)
• Like berries, bananas, or apples, fresh fruit
• Baking seasonings like nutmeg, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice
• Sauteed kale or spinach with a poached or soft-boiled egg

A Simple Steel Cut Oats

5 minutes to prepare 25 minutes for cooking Total: 30 MINUTES

Steel oats are entire oat groats that have been sliced into small pieces (instead of rolled into flat discs like with rolled oats). They cook a little slower than other oat kinds but are still tasty.

Steel oats have a creamy, chewy feel when cooked. We like to top them with fruit and nut butter, but for more ideas, see our article up top.

Consider soaking the oats in water the night before you intend to cook them for a shorter cooking time. The cooking time will be cut in half if they are soaked.

YOU WILL NEED

• 2 tablespoons butter or vegan butter
• 1 cup steel-cut oats
• 3 cups water
• Pinch salt
• 1/2 to 1 cup milk, dairy or non-dairy
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon sweetener like brown sugar, honey, or maple syrup
• Optional oatmeal toppings like nut butter, fruit, nuts, and seeds

DIRECTIONS

OATS SHOULD BE TOASTED IN BUTTER.

1. In the bottom of a medium saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. When the oats start to smell nutty, add them and toss them around in the butter for about a minute. on to the following action.

BAKE OATS

1. Bring the water and oats together to a simmer. So that the water is barely simmering, lower the heat. Cook for approximately 20 minutes, stirring once or twice to remove any oats that have become stuck to the pan’s bottom.
2. Add the milk, butter, cinnamon, and honey after stirring. Cook the oats for a further 5 to 10 minutes, or until they are soft with just a hint of crunch. Add a little additional milk or water if the oats appear dry.
3. Serve with your preferred oats-related garnishes.

STORAGE AND AHEAD-MAKE

Steel oats that have been cooked can be frozen for up to three months or kept in the fridge for up to five days.

When you reheat steel oats, you might need to add a little water or milk to get the correct consistency once more because they thicken as they sit.

TIPS

The aforementioned article contains instructions for preparing steel oats in a pressure cooker and a slow cooker.
Make sure the oats and any toppings you intend to use for your gluten-free oatmeal are gluten-free by certification.

NUTRITION PER SERVING

Serving Size 1/4 of the recipe / Calories 215 calories / Total Fat 9g / Saturated Fat 4.5g / Cholesterol 18.3mg / Sodium 60mg / Carbohydrate 28.7g / Dietary Fiber 3.9g / Total Sugars 5.9g / Protein 5.6g