Steel Cut Oats Ala Alton Brown
Start your day with the hearty, wholesome comfort of Steel Cut Oats Ala Alton Brown—a foolproof recipe featuring perfectly toasted steel-cut oats for a nutty depth of flavor. Enhanced by a quick sauté in unsalted butter, these oats are simmered to creamy perfection with water and optional milk, delivering a versatile base for your favorite toppings. Whether you sweeten with a drizzle of maple syrup, add a crunch with fresh nuts, or brighten the bowl with seasonal fruit, this breakfast classic is endlessly customizable. With minimal prep time and a total cook time of just 25 minutes, it’s the perfect make-ahead or freshly prepared dish to fuel your morning. Keywords: creamy steel-cut oats recipe, toasted oats, quick breakfast ideas, Alton Brown oats method, customizable oatmeal toppings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 cup steel-cut oats
- 3 cups water
- 1 cup milk (optional, for creaminess)
- 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or maple syrup (optional, for topping)
- as desired fresh fruit, nuts, or jam (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the steel-cut oats to the melted butter and toast for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until the oats smell nutty and are lightly golden.
Carefully pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Stir to combine.
Once the water reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a lid. Simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
After 15-20 minutes, stir in the kosher salt and optional milk for added creaminess. Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats reach your desired texture.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the oats sit for 1-2 minutes to thicken slightly.
Serve hot, topped with brown sugar, maple syrup, fresh fruit, nuts, or jam, as desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
997 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.0 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 422 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.9 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.4 g | ||
| Protein | 30.5 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 459 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 500 mg | 11% | |
*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.
