on Nov 29, 2024
Why You’ll Love Steel Cut Overnight Oatmeal
Breakfast just got upgraded 🚀. If you love the exceptional texture of steel cut oats, and the high levels of fiber, protein, and iron per serving, but hate the idea of stirring a pot for 30 minutes, I’m about to change your world. My set-it-and-forget-it method allows you to simply boil the oats for one minute, and leave them overnight ⏳. The next morning, you’ll have perfectly tender, chewy oats, that simply need to be warmed through for about 2 minutes. All that stands between you and the perfect breakfast, is 1 minute of prep time. Let’s go 🏃♀️!
How to Prepare
💧 In a pot, add 4 cups of water and salt. 🫧 Let it come to a boil, add in the steel cut oats, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 1 minute. 🌙 Then, turn off the heat and put a lid on the pot. Leave it overnight. 🥣 The following morning, all you have to do is heat the pot over low heat, pour the oats into your bowl, and then add your favorite toppings such as brown sugar, maple syrup, honey, cinnamon, berries, nuts, and seeds.
Variations and Substitutions for Steel Cut Overnight Oatmeal
All About Steel Cut Oats
Steel cut oats are made by cutting whole oat groats into small pieces with steel blades 🔪. Unlike rolled or quick oats, they are minimally processed, so they contain more fiber and nutrients. They have such a great nutty flavor and are nice and chewy (not mushy!) so they make a really satisfying and hearty ☀️ breakfast option. Steel-cut oats differ from rolled oats, which are steamed and flattened, and quick oats, which are processed even further so they cook super fast. While steel cut oats take longer to prepare and require more 🥛 liquid, their health benefits (including being rich in fiber, protein, and essential nutrients), texture, and taste make them my top choice!
Best Served With
Serve this for breakfast with your favorite protein, such as 🥓 bacon or my hearty Homemade Breakfast Sausages. Serve Steel Cut Overnight Oatmeal with a side of 🍳 eggs, like my Poached Eggs, Cheesy Eggs, Over Medium Eggs, or Baked Feta Eggs.
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