Instant Pot Apple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oats
Warm, comforting, and naturally sweet, this instant pot apple cinnamon steel cut oats recipe combines tender apples, hearty oats, and cinnamon for a breakfast the whole family will love.
Servings: 3 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Steel cut oats
- 1¾ cups Water
- 1 cups Milk of choice
- 1 Large apple peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 tablespoons Coconut sugar or light brown sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1½ teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Select the Sauté mode and add the butter to melt it.
- Once melted, add the peeled and cubed apple and sauté for a few minutes.
- Add the steel-cut oats and continue to sauté for 3–4 minutes until lightly toasted and nutty.
- Stir in the water, milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt. Mix well.
- Switch to High Pressure mode and set for 10 minutes.
- When the cooking time ends, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then finish with a quick release.
- Once the valve drops, carefully remove the lid. Stir the oats, then cover and let them sit 5–10 minutes to thicken.
- Serve warm with extra milk, nuts, or a sprinkle of sugar on top if desired.
Notes
Toast the oats: Sautéing the oats before pressure cooking deepens their flavor and creates a rich, nutty base.
Dice apples evenly: Cut the apples into small, uniform cubes so they soften nicely into the oats during cooking without turning mushy.
Don’t rush the resting time: After cooking, let the oats sit covered for 5–10 minutes. This helps them thicken naturally and develop a creamier texture.
Don’t over-stir: After cooking, gently fold the oats to keep the apple pieces intact.
Customize thickness: If your oatmeal is too thick, add a splash of warm milk to reach your preferred consistency.
Avoid quick-release too soon: Allowing a 10-minute natural release prevents messy splatters and ensures even cooking.
Extra Crunch: When I reheat my steal cut oats, I add freshly dished apples and milk on simmer. The crunch is so good and the apples slightly cook. So delicious and highly recommend.