Description
A warm and comforting Instant Pot Steel Cut Pumpkin Oatmeal that combines the hearty texture of steel cut oats with the rich flavors of pumpkin, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice. This easy-to-make oatmeal is sweetened naturally with maple syrup and topped with crunchy walnuts or creamy almond butter, perfect for a nutritious fall-inspired breakfast.
Ingredients
Scale
Oats Base
- 1 cup steel cut oats
- 3 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Pumpkin Flavoring
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Sweeteners and Toppings
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or almond butter
Instructions
- Add Ingredients: Combine the steel cut oats, water, pumpkin puree, salt, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and maple syrup in the Instant Pot. Stir gently to mix all the ingredients evenly.
- Seal Instant Pot: Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and make sure the pressure valve is set to the sealing position to allow proper pressure build-up during cooking.
- Pressure Cook: Cook the oatmeal on high pressure for 4 minutes. This short but effective cooking time softens the oats perfectly while infusing pumpkin flavor.
- Natural Pressure Release: Allow the Instant Pot to release pressure naturally for 8 minutes; this gradual release helps prevent sputtering and finishes cooking the oats evenly.
- Release Remaining Pressure: After the natural release, carefully turn the valve to venting to release any remaining pressure before opening the lid.
- Stir and Serve: Open the lid and stir the oatmeal well. The oatmeal will be creamy and will continue to thicken as it cools. Add your choice of chopped walnuts or almond butter as a delicious topping before serving.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup according to your preference.
- For a creamier texture, substitute some of the water with milk or plant-based milk.
- Make sure to use fresh pumpkin pie spice or a good quality blend for the best flavor.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth and spice if desired.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and reheat with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.
