Best 3 Quick Microwave And Nutritious Steel Cut Oatmeal Recipes

Getting a quick and nutritious breakfast is a challenge that many people face. Steel-cut oatmeal is a healthy option, but traditional cooking methods can be time-consuming. This article presents a recipe for steel-cut oatmeal that can be prepared quickly and easily in the microwave, providing a delicious and wholesome start to your day.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK (MICROWAVE) AND NUTRITIOUS STEEL CUT OATMEAL

Quick (Microwave) and Nutritious Steel Cut Oatmeal image

This is from McCann's website. I love that you can use the microwave and not have to worry about scorching your pot on the stovetop. Of course, you can always use a double boiler, but that can take a while. I always enjoy steel cut oats because they are more nutritious than rolled oats and have a nice, nutty texture. Note: Cooking times may have to be adjusted for your microwave oven wattage. I have 1000 watts and had to cook 5 minutes covered and 11 minutes uncovered.

Provided by cipherbabe

Categories Breakfast

Time 12m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

Ingredients

1/2 cup steel cut oats
2 cups water

Steps:

Mix oats with water in a 2-quart glass microwaveable dish. (The size of the bowl is important because it needs to be large enough to allow the oats to bubble without spilling over.).
COVER and place the dish in the microwave oven on high for 5 minutes.
Stir. Cook UNCOVERED for another 5 minutes.

HEALTHY BAKED STEEL CUT OATMEAL

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Breakfasts have always been a challenge for me, so I created this recipe as a quick and portable way to have healthy breakfasts all week. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Feel free to experiment with different dried fruits and flavorings to your taste. I imagine that adding quinoa, hemp protein, flax seed or other nutritional supplements would taste great.

Provided by brookelyn

Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 9h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 cups 1% milk
2 cups steel-cut oats
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 ripe bananas, mashed
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup raisins, or more to taste

Steps:

Bring milk to a boil in a saucepan; immediately reduce heat to medium-low. Stir oats and vanilla into the milk. Stirring occasionally, cook at a simmer until the oats are soft, about 20 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
Mix bananas, eggs, and applesauce in a large bowl. Mix baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl; stir into the banana mixture. Add oats mixture to the bowl; stir. Fold raisins through the oat mixture; pour into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover dish with plastic wrap; refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Remove plastic wrap from baking dish and bake in preheated oven until golden brown, 45 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.6 g, Cholesterol 36.7 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 395.3 mg, Sugar 10 g

STEEL-CUT OATMEAL

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Delicious and hearty breakfast.

Provided by rblakley

Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Cereals Oatmeal Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 ½ cups water
1 dash salt
1 cup steel-cut oats
½ cup milk
½ cup cashews
¼ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Ocean Spray® Craisins®)
2 tablespoons flaked coconut
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch white sugar, or to taste

Steps:

Bring water and salt to a boil in a saucepan. Stir oats into boiling water.
Cook oats until thick and soft, 20 to 30 minutes.
Stir milk, cashews, cranberries, coconut, vanilla extract, and cinnamon into cooked oats; continue cooking 10 minutes more, stirring frequently.
Sprinkle sugar over the oats to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.8 calories, Carbohydrate 41.8 g, Cholesterol 2.4 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 232.8 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

Tips:

Use the right ratio of oats to water. The general rule is 1 cup of oats to 2 cups of water. However, you may need to adjust this ratio slightly depending on the type of oats you are using and the desired consistency.
Add salt to the water. This will help to enhance the flavor of the oats.
Use a microwave-safe bowl. Make sure the bowl is large enough to accommodate the oats and water without boiling over.
Cook the oats on high power for 2-3 minutes. Stir the oats halfway through the cooking time.
Let the oats stand for 1 minute before serving. This will allow the oats to finish cooking and absorb any remaining liquid.
Top the oats with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include berries, nuts, seeds, and sweeteners.

Conclusion:

Microwave steel-cut oatmeal is a quick and nutritious breakfast option that can be tailored to your individual taste. With a little experimentation, you can find the perfect combination of oats, water, and toppings to create a delicious and satisfying meal.