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Easy Steel Cut Oatmeal Recipes

Easy Steel Cut Oatmeal Recipes

Creamy, hearty steel-cut oats made on the stovetop with simple pantry staples. Customize with maple syrup, cinnamon, and your favorite toppings for a wholesome breakfast in minutes.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup steel-cut oats
  • 3 cup water
  • 1 cup milk optional, any dairy or unsweetened non-dairy
  • 0.25 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
  • 2 tablespoon pure maple syrup optional, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter optional, for richness
  • 1 cup fresh berries optional, for serving
  • 0.25 cup chopped walnuts optional, for serving

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a medium saucepan, bring water and milk to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  • Stir in steel-cut oats and salt. Reduce heat to low, then simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until creamy and tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Stir in cinnamon, vanilla, and butter if using. Sweeten with maple syrup to taste.
  • Remove from heat, cover, and rest 2 minutes. Spoon into bowls and top with berries and walnuts.

Notes

For thicker oats, cook a few minutes longer; for looser oats, whisk in a splash of hot water or warm milk at the end. Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator up to 4 days—reheat with a bit of milk or water to loosen.