Need a solution for the steel cut oats that have been sitting in your pantry? This Overnight Steel Cut Oats recipe is incredibly easy to make! It requires no heat, which means that they can simply be put together in a bowl or mason jars like traditional overnight oats. And with only 5 ingredients, this recipe is too easy not to make! Here’s what we’re loving about these oats:
- The taste has a nutty flavor with a chewy texture that we’re obsessing over.
- Paired with the right toppings (more on that below), these oats can be taken to the next level!
- They only take about 5 minutes to put together.
- They can stay in the fridge for up to 4-5 days, so they’re perfect for meal prep!
Here are our favorite steel cut oats to use in this recipe!
The benefits of steel cut oats
Steel cut oats are among the healthiest grains! They’re loaded with fiber, iron, and other great nutrients. They’re also considered a low glycemic index food.
Steel cut oats vs. rolled oats
While we love using rolled oats in overnight oats recipes, steel cut oats have a different, nuttier taste. Since rolled oats tend to absorb more liquid, steel cut oats are able to keep a firmer texture. Both steel cut oats and rolled oats work great in overnight oats recipes!
Making overnight oats with steel cut oats
To trick to making the best overnight oats with steel cuts is to allow the mixture to refrigerate for TWO nights instead of one. While the requirement is that they sit in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours, they will taste better and soften with more time.
What you need for this recipe
- Traditional steel cut oats
- Almond milk
- Greek yogurt (optional)
- Maple syrup
- Cinnamon
While the greek yogurt is optional, we’re loving the creamy texture that it adds to this recipe!
Other add-ins/toppings ideas:
- Chia seeds
- Sliced almonds
- Walnuts
- Pumpkin seeds
- Fruit (berries, apples, bananas, etc.)
Can you heat up overnight steel cut oats?
Once the overnight oats are ready, they can either be eaten cold or warmed up in the microwave with a little bit of added liquid!
More overnight oats recipes you’ll love
- Oatmeal Cookie Overnight Oats
- Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
- Blueberry Chia Seed Overnight Oats
- Strawberries & Cream Overnight Oats
EASY Overnight Steel Cut Oats Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup steel cut oats
- 3/4 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup greek yogurt (optional)
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Mix everything together in a bowl or mason jars.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours.
- Serve and enjoy!
Julie Willson says:
How would you adjust the liquid if you were going to add Chia Seeds to this. I now they will absorb quite a bit of liquid and I want them kind of creamy (More like a pudding).
Christine McMichael replied:
I would try adding about 1/4 cup of liquid per 1 Tbsp of chia seeds! Enjoy! 🙂
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says:
YUM! I actually didn’t realize overnight oats worked with steel cut oats. I love them so much more than regular oats. Great idea!
Angela Campos says:
This looks so delicious! My family will be sure to love this!
Cedar says:
I didn’t realize you could use steel cut oats for overnight oatmeal! I have some in my pantry and will definitely be trying this!
Deborah Brooks says:
Wow so easy and healthy. l love to start my day off w oatmeal too
Rachel Frutkin says:
I eat a lot of oatmeal and I’m kind of ashamed to say I’ve never had steel cut oats! I should definitely up my oatmeal game.