How to Make Make-Ahead Steel-Cut Oats - A Step-by-Step Guide

Steel-cut oats are a popular breakfast choice for many people due to their nutty flavor and chewy texture. However, cooking steel-cut oats can be time-consuming, especially on busy weekday mornings. That's where make-ahead steel-cut oats come in handy.

This recipe for make-ahead steel-cut oats allows you to prepare a large batch of oats in advance, so you can simply reheat a serving in the morning and enjoy a hot, wholesome breakfast without any hassle. The best part is that you can c...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 1 dash salt
  • 1 cup steel-cut oats
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts
  • ¼ cup raisins
  • 2 tablespoons agave nectar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup milk

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Bring water and salt to a boil in a pot. Pour in oats and return to a boil while stirring. Reduce heat and let simmer until water is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Remove oats from heat and immediately stir in walnuts and raisins. Stir in agave nectar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
  • Divide oat mixture into 4 portions in bowls. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or up to 5 days.
  • When ready to prepare, add 2 tablespoons milk to each portion. Heat in a microwave for 1 minute and 30 seconds, stirring halfway through cook time.
  • Nutrition

    280 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 2mg
    • Sodium: 118mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 46g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 61mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 163mg