Best 5 Steel Cut Oatmeal With Fruit Recipes

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Steel-cut oatmeal, a hearty and wholesome breakfast staple, is a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. Made from whole oat groats that have been cut into smaller pieces, steel-cut oats retain their chewy texture and nutty flavor during cooking, making them a satisfying and filling meal. This versatile grain can be cooked in various ways, from the classic stovetop method to the hands-off slow cooker approach. Whether you prefer your oatmeal plain or adorned with your favorite toppings, steel-cut oats offer a blank canvas for culinary creativity.

This article presents a collection of delectable steel-cut oatmeal recipes that cater to diverse dietary preferences and flavor profiles. From the classic combination of steel-cut oats, milk, and maple syrup to the indulgent decadence of chocolate-peanut butter steel-cut oats, these recipes offer a range of options to suit every palate. For those seeking a vegan and gluten-free breakfast, we have included recipes that utilize almond milk, coconut milk, and gluten-free oats. And if you're looking for a quick and easy option, the overnight oats recipes are perfect for busy mornings.

With detailed instructions and helpful tips, these recipes guide you through the process of preparing steel-cut oatmeal, ensuring a perfect bowl of this hearty and wholesome breakfast every time. Whether you're a seasoned oatmeal aficionado or new to the wonders of steel-cut oats, this article has something for everyone. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove or slow cooker, and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the goodness of steel-cut oatmeal.

Let's cook with our recipes!

OVERNIGHT STEEL CUT OATS



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How to make the best Overnight Steel Cut Oats. An easy, healthy no cook breakfast! Made with almond milk, peanut butter, and chia seeds, this delicious recipe is endlessly customizable, vegan friendly, and can be stored in a mason jar in the refrigerator all week.

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Breakfast

Time 10h

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 3/4 cups milk (any kind you like (I use unsweetened almond milk))
1 1/2 tablespoons honey ( or maple syrup)
1 1/2 tablespoons peanut butter ( or other nut butter of choice, optional but delicious)
1 cup uncooked steel cut oats
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Chia seeds
Protein powder
Ground cinnamon
Citrus zest (I love orange zest with honey and cinnamon!)
Dried fruit (favorites: reduced-sugar dried cranberries, raisins, chopped dates)
Fresh fruit (or frozen and thawed fruit)
Toasted almonds (walnuts, or pecans (add just before serving to maintain the most crunch))
An extra drizzle of honey ( or maple syrup)

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, honey, nut butter, and any protein powder you may be adding until smooth. Stir in the oats, salt, and any other optional additions (wait to add fresh fruit or nuts so that they stay fresh/crisp). Cover the bowl tightly with plastic (or transfer it to an airtight storage container) and refrigerate overnight or for up to 5 days.
  • When ready to serve, stir the oats and portion the desired amount into your bowl. (At this point, you can also divide the oats into individual containers and refrigerate for the week.) Top with any desired fresh fruit, nuts, or other toppings. (If placing the oats in individual jars, feel free to add toppings to each, as they will store fine this way. If storing as a single larger batch for the week, I find it is best to wait to add the fresh toppings/nuts until just before serving so that they don't all sink to the bottom.) Enjoy cold and congratulate yourself for your breakfast-planning prowess.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 4), Calories 223 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 245 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g

BAKED STEEL CUT OATMEAL



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Inspired by Heidi Swanson's recipe in Super Natural Every Day via Orangette I like my Pyrex 8-inch square baking dish for this one. You can also use six 6-oz ramekins. If you are mixing this at night and baking in the morning, follow the recipe through step 2, omitting the fruit. Store mixture in baking vessel or in a Tupperware. In the morning, give the mixture a stir. Scatter berries (if using) into an 8-inch baking dish. Pour milk-oat mixture over the berries; then proceed with recipe. As I noted, I like these baked oats both with berries or other fruit and without, so don't hesitate to make them if you don't have any berries on hand - they are so good on their own. I have used both almonds and walnuts. I do toast the walnuts. I don't toast the almonds - it doesn't seem to matter. The mixture can be assembled the night before, though it doesn't have to be. Update, Oct 2014: Almonds are my preference. Peeled, sliced apples are also my preference. I omit the cinnamon. I also now do 1/4 cup maple syrup as opposed to 1/3 cup. If you are making individual portions, I think the easiest method is this: mix dry ingredients as instructed in step 1; spoon about three tablespoon of the dry ingredients into six 6-oz ramekins; then pour liquid over top. The liquid will reach the top of each ramekin. To prevent a catastrophe, I suggest lining a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper and placing the filled ramekins in the dish to bake.

Provided by Alexandra Stafford

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup steel cut oatmeal
½ cup (60 g) almonds (sliced, untoasted are great) or walnuts halves, toasted and chopped
1 teaspoon baking powder
1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon, optional
½ teaspoon fine sea salt or kosher salt
¾ to 1 ½ cups (90 to 185 g) blueberries, optional-I like using 1 peeled, sliced apple
2 cups (475 ml) milk, 2% or whole
1/4 to 1/3 cup (80 ml) maple syrup, I find 1/4 cup to be sweet enough
1 large egg
3 tablespoons (45 grams) unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • See notes if you are refrigerating this overnight. Otherwise, preheat the oven to 375ºF. In an 8- or 9-inch baking pan, mix together the oats, the nuts, baking powder, cinnamon, if using, and salt. Place the sliced apples or berries on top.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup, egg, butter, and vanilla. Pour the milk mixture over the oat mixture, and shake the pan to distribute.
  • Transfer pan to the oven and bake for 55 to 60 minutes (Note: Several commenters have had issues with browning too quickly, so I advise checking after 30 minutes, and if it looks as though it is browning quickly, turn oven down to 350 and check periodically for doneness), or until the top is golden and the oat mixture has set. Remove from the oven, and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

THE ONLY BASIC STEEL-CUT OATS RECIPE YOU'LL EVER NEED



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Our foolproof, basic steel-cut oatmeal recipe is the perfect building block for an ultra-nutritious breakfast. Memorize the ratio-3 parts liquid to 1 part oats-then customize your bowl with a delicious array of fresh toppings. Cinnamon and honey keep things sweet and simple, but there's plenty of space to spice up your bowl with exotic combos-try cardamom, nutmeg, cloves, or ginger. And yes, steel-cut oats take longer to cook than other types of oats, but their toothsome texture and nutty flavor make them well-worth the effort. Best of all, they reheat beautifully, so you can easily cook up a big batch ahead of time. For a richer, nuttier flavor, try toasting your oats in the pan first. Keep the heat at medium-low and stir constantly to prevent burning. Short on time? Our basic oatmeal recipe is your go-to healthy breakfast for busy mornings.

Provided by Elizabeth Laseter

Time 22m

Yield Serves 4 (serving size: about 1/4 cup)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup steel-cut oats (such as Bob's Red Mill Steel-Cut Oats)
1 cup milk
2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons honey
Desired toppings (such as fresh fruit, sliced almonds, chia seeds, or your favorite nut butter)

Steps:

  • Combine oats, milk, water, salt, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes until desired thickness, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • Divide equally between four bowls. Drizzle each serving with 1/2 teaspoon honey. Add additional desired toppings and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 32 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 6 g

STEEL CUT OATMEAL



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For breakfast, try Alton Brown's Steel Cut Oatmeal recipe from Good Eats on Food Network. Buttermilk, brown sugar and cinnamon add richness to the dish.

Provided by Alton Brown

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon butter
1 cup steel cut oats
3 cups boiling water
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon low-fat buttermilk
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large saucepot, melt the butter and add the oats. Stir for 2 minutes to toast. Add the boiling water and reduce heat to a simmer. Keep at a low simmer for 25 minutes, without stirring.
  • Combine the milk and half of the buttermilk with the oatmeal. Stir gently to combine and cook for an additional 10 minutes. Spoon into a serving bowl and top with remaining buttermilk, brown sugar, and cinnamon.

STEEL CUT OATMEAL AND FRUIT (FOR TWO)



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Easy to make and so good . . . and good for you! You can adjust the calories by reducing the brown sugar.

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup steel cut oats
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1/3 cup apple juice
1 ripe pears or 1 apple, peeled and cut into large chunks
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup brown sugar (adjust to taste)
1/4 cup pecans
1/4 cup craisins
1/4 cup brown sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • To small sauce pan melt the butter and add the oats.
  • Stir for 2 minutes to toast.
  • Carefully add the boiling water and reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Stir in apple juice and simmer for additional 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle cinnamon on fruit and stir into mixture together with the brown sugar, and craisins and sinmmer 5 additional minutes.
  • Remove from heat and allow to sit for a few minutes.
  • Spoon into bowls and top with nuts and addtional brown sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.6, Fat 18.6, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 58.5, Carbohydrate 84.6, Fiber 9, Sugar 49.4, Protein 8.2

Tips:

  • Choose the right oats: Steel-cut oats are the best choice for this recipe, as they have a chewy texture and nutty flavor. You can also use rolled oats, but they will cook more quickly.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot: This will help to prevent the oats from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  • Bring the oats and water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low: This will help to prevent the oats from boiling over.
  • Cook the oats for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender: Be sure to stir the oats occasionally to prevent them from sticking.
  • Add your favorite toppings: Once the oats are cooked, you can add your favorite toppings, such as fruit, nuts, seeds, or sweetener.

Conclusion:

Steel-cut oatmeal is a healthy and delicious breakfast option that can be easily customized to your liking. With a little planning, you can make a batch of steel-cut oatmeal in advance and enjoy it throughout the week. Whether you like your oatmeal plain or loaded with toppings, this recipe is sure to please.

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