I'm Marci! Join me here on TIDBITS for healthy Instant Pot recipes and get 10 free recipes from my cookbook, Master the Electric Pressure CookerMaple Cinnamon Old Fashioned Oats are down right decadent when made in a pressure cooker! Creamy, fast, and most importantly hands off!
I have been making steel cut oats in my pressure cooker for over 7 years now (example here, here, and here). Not once had I even considered putting regular old fashioned oats in it. That seemed ridiculous. They are already so quick and easy to cook, right? I was wrong, wrong, wrong. Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Maple Cinnamon Oatmeal is the most delectably creamy bowl of rolled oats I have ever, ever experienced. Not mushy, lumpy, glue-y, etc. Oh no, this oatmeal is ridiculously dreamy.
This recipe is sponsored by the amazing Bob's Red Mill and I use their Extra Thick Rolled Oats or Regular Old Fashioned Oats to make this hearty breakfast treat!
You know what makes oatmeal even better? CREAM! But not just any cream, these Frozen Whipped Cream Dollops. If you haven't tried these out yet, you MUST! My kids get so frustrated when their oatmeal or Crio Bru is too hot, and these cute little dollops are the perfect answer to this problem! I store them in a freezer bag once they are frozen, then when the frozen cream dollop meets steaming hot oatmeal . . .
MAGIC!
A magic river of sweet cream. Top it with fresh berries and go to your happy place.
I have LOVED LOVED LOVED this breakfast themed month of recipes and I hope you have too! I especially loved hearing what you all would do with 1 free month in life. It was truly inspiring and I have a new list of things I want to learn now!
Also, a big hug to all of you who said such kind things about my son and bullying in general last week when I introduced you to BeeBo Bites. I was so touched by your suggestions, wisdom, and words of encouragement. I've since taught my kids that we will be praying for bullies and other kids that struggle in school and it has completely transformed my kid's views of kids that are sometimes mean. Tears are dripping down my face as I type this because I am forever grateful to all of you that helped me put a positive spin on this. Bless you!
Finally, a big thanks to Bob's Red Mill for sponsoring all of these delicious oatmeal posts. I've had so much fun experimenting with these recipes and I hope you've found some new favorites. I've listed a breakfast round up below if you missed any of them.
Now for the winner of the Bob's Red Mill goodie bag and $50 gift card!
Congratulations goes to Allison! Her name was completely picked at random and I'm thrilled because hers was one of the comments that inspired me to pray for the bullies. She wrote:
“I would have a really hard time choosing one thing!!! ???? I would really love to learn woodworking…I would love to make/redo furniture, or trim around the house.
I would also really love to learn to play the guitar!
Thank you for your beautiful blog! I have learned so much and it is SUCH a joy to read – I feel like family here. ????
p.s As a mom of 2 boys…bullies stink!!! ???? I feel your pain and just keep trying to teach mine what is right and love them a ton to try and overshadow that meanness from others. We even pray for the bullies together in hopes that it gives my boys strength and feelings of empowerment. ???? Stay strong!!!”
Enjoy your prize Allison! We'll be in touch.
Don't forget to get your hands on this Ultimate Guide for Perfect Pressure Cooker Oats. You'll refer to it time and time again, I promise! Also if you're not convinced you want to eat oats, check out this post to get the low down on why Oats are so good for you and your family. (Chart below created by Brit Alexis Creative)
Tools/Ingredients used to make Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Maple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Instant Pot or
Bob's Red Mill Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
Bob's Red Mill Extra Thick Rolled Oats
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Other Favorite Breakfasts
Perfect No Break Hard Boiled Eggs
BeeBo Bites AKA Oatmeal Power Bites
Sweet Potato, Spinach and Sausage Breakfast Casserole
Pressure Cooker Creamy Maple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Maple Cinnamon Old Fashioned Oats are down right decadent when made in a pressure cooker! Creamy, fast, and most importantly, hands off!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pressure Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 3 cups old fashioned rolled oats
- 5 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Topping
- Frozen Whipped Cream Dollop
- Optional: Fresh Fruit, sliced almonds, extra drizzle of maple syrup or a sprinkle of cinnamon
Instructions
- Add oats, water, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt to the pressure cooker pot and stir. Secure the lid and turn pressure release knob to a sealed position. Cook at high pressure for 4 minutes.
- When cooking is complete, use a natural release for 10 minutes (can also use a full natural release if not in a hurry). If liquid sprays through the valve, turn back to the sealed position and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes.
- Serve hot with a Frozen Whipped Cream Dollop, fresh fruit, almonds, an extra drizzle of maple syrup, and/or a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.
Freezer Directions
- I've never tried it myself, but I've read that you can chill your oatmeal, portion it into scoops on a baking sheet, freeze it, then put the frozen scoops into a freezer safe ziplock bag for another day. Put in the fridge the night before or thaw in the microwave. Could also thaw it in the pressure cooker using the pot in pot method and an extra splash of milk.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the fridge. Reheat with a splash of milk to make it creamy again.
- Swap maple syrup out for brown sugar for a classic Cinnamon Brown Sugar flavor
Keywords: breakfast, oatmeal, healthy, quick breakfast
This looks like another amazing way to start the morning–my husband loves maple, so I think this is a win-win. Congratulations also to Allison! Very happy for you!
Karen, I really was shocked how good these oats were. I had pretty much decided I was a steel cut only kind of girl 🙂
I just started eating the steel cut oats and I love them!
Kenetta, They’re amazing, I agree!
Wow….just WOW!! I normally stick to Overnight Oats because I just don’t like that gluey feel of homemade oatmeal, but this!!! WOW! I did mine pot in pot (my first time for that technique too!) and while it was cooking I nuked about an ounce of cut up gala apple with a 1.5 tsp of brown sugar, a dash of cinnamon, nutmeg, and about 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract. I’m having to watch my calorie intake so I used Nut Pods coconut/nut milk creamer instead and it is actually really good!
YOU are a genius, Woman!!
★★★★★
Jaime, I love when people get as excited as I do about something like a bowl of oats ????. Your apple mix sounds heavenly! And I’ve never heard of Nut Pods, I need to find this.
I just discovered it this week. I’m having to watch the calories now, so I’m always looking for good, not too science lab, ways to cut calories for things I consume…like SO much coffee! lol I honestly didn’t like it for my coffee (i like strong coffee so it was barely noticeable), BUT it’s amazing in my Chai! And since it’s mostly coconut milk/cream I may just use it the next time I make a Curry.
I have SO been enjoying all of your breakfast ideas…you’ve really helped me out by getting me out of a breakfast “slump”. We’ve been eating the same ol’ same ol’ for quite a while—not any more! Three new ideas this week alone-and plans for a few more down the road.
These oats look so delicious. I love those extra thick rolled oats-try the granola recipe on the side of the bag….Mmmm Mmmm GOOD. Oh man a sprinkle of that crunchy granola (that happens to be maple granola) over a bowl of this? I think that would be a tad tasty!
Thanks so much Marci for pushing me out of my every day ordinary ho-him breakfast routine….my husband thanks you too! 🙂
I’ve been freezing steel cut oats for years. I actually divide portions into glass containers for freezing, and then thaw them in the microwave in the morning. Your recipe has drastically cut down my weekly breakfast prep time. Thank you!
Sterling, That’s great! I’m glad this recipe could find you more serenity in the morning 🙂
I got a burn message when I made this. Any ideas why? I turned it off and opened it after it released pressure and it was good. Just wondering why the burn message…
Thank you!
Jessica, Just curious, Did you change anything with the recipe or let it sit for awhile before cooking it by chance?
Can I use milk in the pressure cooker instead of water?
Tanya, I’ve never tried that, but I wouldn’t. I’m afraid it might scorch to the bottom
I am new to the Instant Pot. Thought I would try making oatmeal and used your recipe above. I cooked it on high pressure for four minutes and then let natural release happen for 10. When I opened it, the oatmeal was cooked and tasted good but I there was an awful lot of water still in the pot. Wondering what I did wrong?
Katrina, My final product is creamy, but I wouldn’t describe it as watery. I prefer to make it a bit on the creamy side because within 5 minutes or so, it thickens up a ton. Did you use quick oats or old fashioned?