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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast and Brunch

    Instant Pot Oatmeal Recipe

    Published: Jan 19, 2022 by Eileen Murphy Kelly

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    Instant Pot Oatmeal is an easy recipe to make, and also one of the most nutritious! If you are looking for an easy, hearty, and family-friendly breakfast recipe then this is one that you are going to want to save.        

    Since many people don't have time to make breakfast in the morning, it is nice to be able to put something together that can cook quickly and still taste great. This recipe can easily be adjusted to meet your whole family's taste buds and dietary needs.

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    ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

    • With this instant pot recipe, you can start it, and then walk away and continue getting ready for the day.
    • This is a one-pot meal, which means fewer dishes to clean up!
    • Our recipe is also very easy to customize based on what you have in your pantry.
    • This is a quick breakfast recipe that's also very healthy and nutritious breakfast, which makes it a perfect for even those with picky eaters.

    Ingredients

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    • rolled oats
    • light brown sugar
    • maple syrup
    • salt
    • ground cinnamon
    • water

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot
    • Large spoon
    • Measuring cups
    • Measuring spoons

    Instructions

    This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.

    1. To the instant pot, add rolled oats, light brown sugar, maple syrup, salt, ground cinnamon, and water.
    2. Stir the ingredients to be sure they are mixed well.
    3. Place the lid on the instant pot, close the sealing valve to lock. Set the instant pot to high pressure for 4 minutes.
    4. Once the timer goes off, allow for a natural release. Note 2
    5. Once the natural release is complete, open the lid. Give the oatmeal a good stir.
    6. Spoon into bowls. Top with your favorite toppings such as fruit, granola, cinnamon, and nutmeg. A dash of cream, dried fruit, and nuts are also great choices. Even a bit more brown sugar on top of the oatmeal is another level of flavor.

    Storage

    This oatmeal can be refrigerated for up to a week in an airtight covered container.

    The Oatmeal can also be frozen in freezer-safe containers or bags for up to 2 months. Even though the texture will change slightly when freezing, it's definitely still worth making and adding the toppings of your choice.

    Expert Tips

    Expert Tip: Grains tend to produce some foam when cooking, so allowing a natural release will prevent the liquid from sputtering when you do a quick release.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I freeze leftover oatmeal?

    Yes, you can freeze for up to two months in a freezer-safe container.

    Can I use gluten-free oats?

    Yes, you can substitute gluten-free rolled oats for rolled oats.

    How to reheat?

    This can be done in the microwave or by adding to a saucepan on the stovetop. If too like add a little milk to make your oatmeal creamy again.

    Variations

    • For a creamier texture, use almond milk, coconut milk, or milk.
    • For lower calories, use half water and half milk of choice.
    • For a spice twist, add in some pumpkin pie spice.
    • Other topping ideas: chocolate chips, dried cranberries, nuts like cashews and almonds, orange/lemon zest (peel), vanilla extract (1 tsp), peanut butter, or almond butter instead of brown sugar.
    • Add in some flavored protein powder if you want to pack some additional protein into this recipe.
    • You can also add in shredded carrots or sweet potatoes, mashed pumpkin, or mashed bananas.

    Serving Suggestions

    I love to serve eggs with my oatmeal for an extra protein boost, you may enjoy this Sausage Egg Casserole.

    Next time try cherry granola on top of the instant pot oatmeal.

    Mini Quiche is another great choice for a quick make-ahead breakfast or brunch.

    Instant Pot Egg Bites are both great choices to make for breakfast too.

    Similar recipes

    Do you need some breakfast inspiration? Try these Air Fryer Bagels, No-Bake Granola Bars, or Baked Apple Cider Donuts recipes for a fresh take on breakfast.

    These Healthy Vegetable Egg Cups are a great low-carb breakfast recipe that your entire family will enjoy.

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    A glass bowl with cooked oatmeal, blueberries, nuts, and cinnamon stick.

    Instant Pot Oatmeal

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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: European
    Keyword: creamy instant pot oatmeal, instant pot oatmeal, instant pot oatmeal brown sugar
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 6 minutes minutes
    pressure cooker release: 2 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 13 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 296kcal
    Author: Eileen Kelly

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    • 6 quart Instant Pot
    • Measuring Spoons and Cups

    Ingredients

    • 3 cups rolled oats
    • ½ cup light brown sugar
    • ½ cup maple syrup
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 4 ¾ cups water Note 1

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    Instructions

    • To the instant pot, add rolled oats, light brown sugar, maple syrup, salt, ground cinnamon, and water.
    • Stir the ingredients to be sure they are mixed well.
    • Place the lid on the instant pot, close the sealing valve to lock. Set the instant pot to high pressure for 4 minutes.
    • Once the timer goes off, allow for a natural release. Note 2
    • Once the natural release is complete, open the lid. Give the oatmeal a good stir.
    • Spoon into bowls. Top with your favorite toppings such as fruit, granola, cinnamon, and nutmeg. A dash of cream, dried fruit and nuts are also great choices. Even a bit more brown sugar on top of the oatmeal is another level of flavor.

    NOTES

    Be sure to check Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe. 
    Note 1: Water works well for this recipe. However,  if you prefer creamier oatmeal, use either milk or soy milk instead of water. 
    Note 2:  Allowing a natural release and then doing a quick release is always best when working with grains. Grains can be foamy and using a natural release for a period of time will reduce the foam and provide better results.
    I'm not a registered dietician, I do my best to provide the most accurate nutritional values. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation. Actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
     
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 296kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 399mg | Potassium: 233mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 2mg
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