Description
Steel cut oats are a nutritious, hearty breakfast option that combines chewy texture with endless topping possibilities. Start your day with this creamy delight, perfect for any season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup steel cut oats
- 4 cups water or milk
- Pinch of salt
- Toppings (your choice): fresh fruits, nuts, honey, peanut butter
Instructions
- Rinse the steel cut oats under cold water in a fine mesh strainer to remove any debris.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water or milk to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Once boiling, add 1 cup of steel cut oats and a pinch of salt. Stir gently to combine.
- Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer uncovered for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until it reaches your desired creaminess and chewiness.
- Spoon the cooked oats into bowls and top with your favorite fruits, nuts, honey, or peanut butter.
- Enjoy your hearty breakfast!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in spices like cinnamon or vanilla extract while cooking. - Prepare a big batch and store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.