Steel Cut Oat Porridge
Start your mornings off right with this hearty, nourishing Steel Cut Oat Porridge, a wholesome breakfast recipe that's as comforting as it is versatile. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, including nutty steel cut oats simmered to creamy perfection, this dish strikes the perfect balance between healthful and indulgent. Customize your porridge to suit your taste by adding milk for extra creaminess, a touch of brown sugar or honey for natural sweetness, and a hint of butter for a rich finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this warming bowl of goodness is perfect for busy weekday mornings or leisurely weekend brunches. Top it with fresh fruit, crunchy nuts, seeds, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for a delectable start to your day. Looking for a gluten-free, high-fiber breakfast option? This Steel Cut Oat Porridge has all the cozy appeal you need!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup steel cut oats
- 3 cups water
- 1 cup milk (optional, for creaminess)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon butter (optional, for richness)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Stir in 1 cup of steel cut oats, and reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer.
Add 0.25 teaspoon of salt and stir to combine.
Let the oats simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes if you prefer a chewier texture or 30 minutes for creamier oats.
If you would like creamier porridge, stir in 1 cup of milk in the final 10 minutes of cooking.
Once the oats reach your desired consistency, remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit for a minute to thicken further.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of brown sugar or honey and 1 teaspoon of butter (if desired) for added sweetness and richness.
Serve hot in bowls and customize with your favorite toppings, such as fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.2 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 716 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.2 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.2 g | ||
| Protein | 18.1 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 414 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 680 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
