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Easy Overnight Steel Cut Oatmeal – Chewy, Nutty, Perfect Every Time

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This method for cooking steel cut oatmeal comes out perfect every time – with a nutty, chewy texture, never slimy, sticky, or mushy! Bringing the oats to a boil the night before, leaving overnight to absorb the water slowly, and reheating and adding milk of choice the next morning is an easy, hands-off approach perfect for busy mornings.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup steel cut oats
  • 3 cups water
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup milk of choice (whole, almond, soy, etc.)
  • Toppings of choice (sweetener, berries, spices, etc.)

Instructions

  1. In the evening, mix oats, water, and salt in a medium pot. Bring to a boil, stir once, turn off heat, cover, and leave overnight (or refrigerate).
  2. In the morning, stir in milk and bring back to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir and serve with desired toppings.

Notes

  • Reduce salt to ¼ teaspoon for lower sodium, but salt enhances flavor.
  • For food safety, refrigerate overnight if desired.
  • Suggested toppings: Irish salted butter, brown sugar, berries, maple syrup, honey, Greek yogurt, fruits, nuts, or savory options like fried egg with cheese and green onions.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 days or freeze up to 6 months; defrost in fridge before reheating.
  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop, Overnight Soak
  • Cuisine: Irish
  • Diet: Vegetarian