Stovetop Steel Cut Oats
Start your morning with comforting and nutritious stovetop steel-cut oats, a hearty breakfast that’s as delicious as it is wholesome. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, including nutty steel-cut oats, water, and a pinch of salt, this recipe delivers warm, perfectly creamy oatmeal in just 30 minutes. For added indulgence, stir in milk during cooking, and customize it with your favorite toppings like fresh fruit, nuts, or a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. This classic stovetop method ensures a rich, chewy texture that store-bought instant oats just can’t match. Whether you prefer it plain or loaded with toppings, this recipe is the ultimate way to elevate your breakfast game with minimal effort.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Steel-cut oats
- 3 cups Water
- 1 cup Milk (optional, for creaminess)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
Directions
Step 1
1. In a medium-sized saucepan, bring the 3 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 2
2. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the steel-cut oats and salt.
Step 3
3. Allow the oats to simmer gently, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, for about 20 minutes.
Step 4
4. For creamier oats, stir in the milk during the last 5 minutes of cooking time and continue to cook until the mixture reaches your desired thickness.
Step 5
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the oats sit for 2-3 minutes to thicken further.
Step 6
6. Stir in honey or maple syrup, if desired, for added sweetness.
Step 7
7. Serve warm with your choice of toppings, such as fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1156.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 804.5 |
| Total Fat 13.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 12.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 710.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 144.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 33.4g | |
| Protein 29.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 120.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 434.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 377mg | 0% |
Source of Calories