Instant Pot Oatmeal Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the ratio of water to oats for instant oatmeal? ›

For a single serving, measure 1/3 cup instant oats into bowl. Add up to 1/2 cup boiling water and stir. Let sit, covered, for 1-2 minutes, then stir again and enjoy.

An improperly sealed lid can cause the Instant Pot to just cook and cook your contents as it attempts to reach pressure. This will lead to scorching and then a burn notice. Make sure that you're using enough liquid.

Contrary to popular belief, instant oats have the same nutritional benefits of regular oats. The biggest problem with instant varieties? All those flavored options can be bursting with added sugar! Many of your favorite flavored brand will set you back at least 3 to 4 teaspoons of added sugar per serving.

Add rolled oats and water and/or dairy-free milk to the Instant Pot and stir to prevent sticking (use the lesser amount of liquid for more textured oats and the greater amount for more porridgy). Pressure cook on high for 2 minutes (it will take about 8 minutes for the Instant Pot to pressurize before cooking begins).

Directions: Combine water or milk, salt and oats in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH 2 1/2 to 3 minutes; stir before serving.

These basic cooking instructions can be found on the back of our Quick Cooking Rolled Oats and are super simple to follow! Just bring 2 cups water and ¼ teaspoon salt to a boil, and then add 1 cup of oats. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cook the oats in something other than water.

Abby Langer, R.D., highly recommends using dairy milk, if you aren't avoiding dairy for whatever reason. "It adds calories, protein, and fat to make the oats more satisfying," she explains, "plus with milk they're 100 percent creamier."

Simple tip #1: Make oatmeal with milk (or a non-dairy alternative) versus water. Not only does oatmeal made with water taste way less delicious, but you're also missing out on the extra protein staying power that milk will add to the breakfast. Water will also make the oats more gummy instead of creamy.

You may also experience gastric discomfort when eating oats if you are overly sensitive to high-fiber foods. Keeping a food diary may help you to determine if what you have is an allergy to avenin or a different condition.

Soupy oatmeal can occur if you've added too much liquid or if you've used quick-cooking oats that absorb less liquid. Adjust the ingredients and cooking time to reach your desired thickness.

Is instant oatmeal inflammatory or anti-inflammatory? ›

Oatmeal has anti-Inflammatory properties.

Any type of oats — steel cut, rolled or instant — provide health benefits, but the best of the best are steel cut oats since they are the least processed, offer a touch more nutritional value and are the lowest on the glycemic index.

Yes, it is good to eat oatmeal every day considering its nutritional profile and health benefits, including weight control and heart-healthy effect. As a breakfast food and mid-meal snack, oatmeal is potentially a better option than the majority of foods available in the market.

Overall, quick-cooking rolled oats and instant rolled oats really don't make a difference when it comes to taste and nutrition. Their chewy texture is slightly smaller and thinner than rolled oats, but they still can be used the same way and don't lose any of their benefits.

The Porridge setting on the Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker is designed to cook porridge or oatmeal. This setting allows you to cook your grains to perfection, ensuring that they are neither too hard nor too soft.

Bring a 1:3 (or even 1:4) ratio of oatmeal to liquid to a boil in a pot, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring every few minutes to prevent the oats from sticking to the bottom of the pot.