Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter (optional)
- 1 cup steel cut oats
- 3 cups water (or almond milk)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Optional Step – Toasting the Oats: Set your Instant Pot to the Sauté mode and melt the butter. Add the steel cut oats and toast them, stirring frequently until fragrant, about 2 minutes. This step deepens the flavor and adds a nice toasty, nutty taste to the oats. Press the keep warm/cancel button when done.
- Add Liquid and Salt: After toasting or if skipping the toast, add the water or almond milk along with a pinch of salt to the pot. Stir to combine well with the oats.
- Lock Lid and Set Valve: Secure the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to the sealing position to prepare for pressure cooking.
- Cook on High Pressure: Program the Instant Pot to cook on high pressure for 6 minutes. This cooking time allows the oats to soften thoroughly.
- Natural Pressure Release: Once the cooking cycle completes, allow the pressure to release naturally for about 10 to 15 minutes. This further softens the oats and helps achieve a creamy texture. Afterward, carefully release any remaining pressure manually.
- Stir and Serve: Open the lid and stir the oats well since some liquid might be on top. The oats will continue to absorb liquid while standing. Serve warm with your favorite mix-ins or toppings.
Notes
- To make the oats creamier, reduce the water slightly and add a splash of milk (dairy or plant-based) after cooking.
- Toasting the oats is optional but recommended for enhanced flavor.
- Use almond milk or water based on dietary preferences.
- Natural pressure release is key to achieving the best creamy texture.
- Adjust cooking liquid ratios if you prefer thicker or thinner oatmeal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes (6 minutes pressure cook + 10 minutes natural pressure release)
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
