Steel Cut Oatmeal My Way
Start your morning with a warm, hearty bowl of "Steel Cut Oatmeal My Way," a customizable breakfast that combines wholesome ingredients and endless flavor possibilities. This recipe features creamy steel-cut oats simmered to perfection with a blend of water and milk, then lightly sweetened with maple syrup or honey and infused with cinnamon and a hint of vanilla for an irresistible aroma. Personalize each bowl with your favorite toppings—think fresh berries, sliced bananas, crunchy nuts, chia seeds, or even a drizzle of nut butter for added richness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this nutritious and fiber-packed breakfast is the perfect way to fuel your day. Whether you prefer it classic or loaded with toppings, this oatmeal recipe is as versatile as it is satisfying. Keywords: steel-cut oatmeal recipe, customizable oatmeal, hearty breakfast ideas, healthy oatmeal toppings.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Steel-cut oats
- 3 cups Water
- 1 cup Milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup or honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
- 0.5 cup Fresh or dried fruit (e.g., berries, bananas, raisins)
- 2 tablespoons Nuts or seeds (e.g., almonds, walnuts, chia seeds)
- 1 tablespoon Butter or nut butter (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of water to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Stir in the steel-cut oats and reduce the heat to medium-low. Allow the oats to simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes.
Step 3
Add 1 cup of milk and the salt to the simmering oats. Stir well and continue to cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 4
When the oatmeal reaches your desired consistency, stir in the maple syrup (or honey), ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract for added flavor.
Step 5
Divide the oatmeal between two serving bowls.
Step 6
Top each bowl with your choice of fresh or dried fruit, nuts or seeds, and an optional drizzle of butter or nut butter for added richness.
Step 7
Serve warm and enjoy your customized steel-cut oatmeal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1321.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1411.9 |
| Total Fat 34.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 51.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 730.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 253.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 118.6g | |
| Protein 34.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 109.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 528.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1275.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories