Steel Cut Oatmeal Breakfast Zone

Start your day with a warm and nourishing bowl of **Steel Cut Oatmeal Breakfast Zone**, a hearty and customizable breakfast that ticks all the boxes for a healthy and satisfying morning meal. This recipe features nutty, chewy steel-cut oats simmered to perfection, with the option to enhance the creaminess by adding a splash of milk. Sweeten naturally with maple syrup or honey and pile on vibrant toppings like fresh fruit, crunchy nuts or seeds, and a sprinkle of cinnamon for an extra flavor boost. For those craving an indulgent twist, a drizzle of peanut butter or almond butter adds a rich, protein-packed finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile dish is perfect for fueling your busy day while embracing the simple pleasure of a cozy, homemade breakfast. Keywords: “steel-cut oats recipe,” “healthy breakfast ideas,” “customizable oatmeal bowl.”

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Steel-cut oats
• 3 cups Water
• 1 cup Milk (optional, for creamier texture)
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Maple syrup or honey (optional, for sweetness)
• 1 cup Fresh fruit (e.g., bananas, berries, apples)
• 3 tablespoons Nuts or seeds (e.g., almonds, chia seeds, walnuts)
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (optional, for flavor)
• 1 tablespoons Peanut butter or almond butter (optional topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low and stir in 1 cup of steel-cut oats and 0.25 teaspoons of salt.

Step 3

Let the oats simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes. Keep an eye on them to prevent sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Step 4

For a creamier oatmeal, stir in 1 cup of milk and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 5

Once cooked, remove the oatmeal from heat and let it cool slightly. Stir in 2 tablespoons of maple syrup or honey if desired for sweetness.

Step 6

Divide the oatmeal into bowls and top with your favorite combination of 1 cup of fresh fruit, 3 tablespoons of nuts or seeds, and a dash of ground cinnamon.

Step 7

For added protein and flavor, drizzle 1 tablespoon of peanut butter or almond butter over each serving.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your warm, hearty breakfast zone!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1454.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1214.4

Total Fat 34.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 12.0mg	0%
Sodium 785.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.2g	0%
Total Sugars 66.6g
Protein 39.5g	0%

Vitamin D 120.0IU	0%
Calcium 525.3mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 1053.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.6%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 62.7%