Instant Pot Oatmeal

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Creamiest oatmeal made in your Instant Pot, just like the kind you get at the complimentary breakfast at hotels.

Submitted by mommasayso
Updated on May 10, 2023
2 bowls of oatmeal garnished with banana slices and blueberries
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 cups rolled oats (such as Bob's Red Mill®)

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • 5 cups water

  • 2 tablespoons milk, or to taste

Directions

  1. Combine oatmeal, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Pour in water and mix to combine. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  2. Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, for 8 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

  3. Let sit until desired consistency is reached, about 5 minutes. Stir and serve with a splash of milk.

Cook’s Note

The key to making perfectly creamy (not mushy or crunchy) oatmeal is to use extra-thick-cut rolled oats. They're not typically sold at grocery stores, but you can usually find them at health food stores or online. The brand I use is Bob's Red Mill.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

230 Calories
3g Fat
43g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 230
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g 4%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 164mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 43g 15%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Total Sugars 15g
Protein 6g 11%
Calcium 57mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 192mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.