Description

Creamy Steel Cut Oatmeal is a hearty and nourishing breakfast porridge made by simmering steel cut oats in a mixture of water and milk until tender and creamy. Enhanced with a touch of butter or coconut oil, maple syrup or honey, and optional cinnamon, this comforting dish is customizable with a variety of fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, or yogurt toppings to suit your taste.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

1 cup steel cut oats
3 cups water
1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
¼ teaspoon salt

Optional Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil (optional, for richness)
1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (to taste)
½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Toppings

Fresh fruit (e.g., sliced bananas, berries)
Nuts (e.g., chopped nuts)
Nut butter
Seeds
Yogurt

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Instructions

Bring liquids to a boil: In a medium saucepan, combine the water and milk and bring to a low boil over medium heat.
Add oats and simmer: Stir in the steel cut oats and salt, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 20–25 minutes until the oats become tender and creamy.
Add flavorings and sweeteners: Stir in the butter or coconut oil along with the maple syrup or honey, and if using, cinnamon. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors.
Finish simmering: Continue to simmer the oatmeal for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and to achieve a thick, creamy consistency. Add a splash of milk if the oatmeal becomes too thick or dry.
Serve with toppings: Spoon the warm oatmeal into bowls and add your favorite toppings such as fresh fruit, nuts, nut butter, seeds, or a dollop of yogurt to complete your breakfast.

Notes

For overnight prep, boil all ingredients the night before, cover the pot, turn off the heat, and let it sit overnight.
Reheat the oatmeal in the morning and add a splash of milk to loosen the texture if needed.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat before serving.
You can customize toppings according to your preferences or dietary needs.