No Cook Overnight Steel Cut Oats

These No Cook Overnight Steel Cut Oats are another breakfast or lunch idea for you. Years ago I used to have overnight steel cut oats fairly often and really enjoyed them. I like the chewy texture and slightly nutty taste. They are minimally processed, better for blood sugar control, and digest slower than rolled oats. Since they are less processed, they contain a tad more fiber than rolled oats as well. They are also a good one if you don’t prefer the mushier texture of oatmeal.

I don’t know what got me out of the habit with eating them, but I did. Lately I’ve been trying to find new ways to incorporate ground flaxseeds in since I’ve been trying to get a good amount of the anti-inflammatory Omega 3 in. Freshly ground flaxseeds are just my preferred way to get them in right now. Anyways, I thought to pair them with steel cut oats so here we are. I still prefer to get fruit and smoothies in the morning, so I eat this after that when I’m hungry again.

My recipe with the flaxseeds is extremely high in fiber and not for all if you are not used to a high fiber diet. It could give you a stomach ache. If you are unsure, just be cautious and start with less flaxseed or omit them all together and use the oats however you wish. You can go so many different directions with steel cut oats. Possibly add sliced banana, honey, cinnamon, and a little bit of almond milk if desired. You may not want any milk if you are not doing the flaxseed either. Just play around and see what you enjoy! This Anthony’s brand is the best tasting steel cut oats brand and they are certified gluten-free.

Tidbits: When incorporating lots of flaxseed, make sure you stay hydrated during the days you have it. Like I said, flaxseed is extremely high in fiber and absorbs water in the digestive tract. If you don’t drink enough liquid you’ll feel constipated, especially when paired with high fiber steel cut oats. I would start with 1 TBSP of flaxseed and a small splash of milk to start and see how you feel eating that a few days in a row. What I’m sharing below is just how I choose to eat them right now, but adjust according to your body and needs. As always. Xx

You may also like this quinoa cereal as another breakfast option. I’m a big fan! You can enjoy it hot or cold.

This easy homemade jam pairs great with quinoa cereal or your preferred toast:

No Cook Overnight Steel Cut Oats Recipe:

No Cook Overnight Steel Cut Oats

These No Cook Overnight Steel Cut Oats are a healthy breakfast or lunch idea for you. Steel cut oats have a nice chewy texture and slightly nutty taste. They are minimally processed, better for blood sugar control, and digest slower than rolled oats. Since they are less processed, they contain a tad more fiber than rolled oats as well. It's also a good one if you don't like the mushier texture of oatmeal. I mixed mine with flaxseeds and almond milk in this recipe, but you can easily use the soaked oats however you wish.

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Servings: 1

Course: Breakfast

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup steel cut oats soaked in water overnight 12+ hours (this makes 2-4 servings – the remainder can be stored for a few days in the fridge)
• 2-4 TBSP flaxseed freshly ground – I measure the seeds after they are ground, not prior – I use a coffee grinder to grind them ( I use 4 )
• 1/2 tsp Ceylon cinnamon – not Cassia as that will be too strong use less if using less flaxseed
• 1/8 tsp cardamom
• small dash clove powder
• 1/16 tsp monk fruit powder or more of whatever sweetener you desire if you want them sweetened
• 1/2 cup almond milk if using less than 4 TBSP flaxseeds, start with 1/4 cup and see how you want it. If not using any flaxseeds, you might want to omit the milk all together.

Method

 

1. Add steel cut oats to a bowl submerged in water overnight – 12-16 or so hours. Make sure the water is a few inches above the oats, as the oats will expand as they soak.
2. After soaking, drain and rinse the oats really well in a fine mesh strainer.
3. To your serving bowl, add 1/2 cup soaked oats, 4 TBSP ground flaxseeds (start with 1-2 TBSP if not eating an extra high fiber diet so you don't have a stomach ache or blockages from too much fiber), 1/4-1/2 tsp Ceylon cinnamon (I use 1/2, but I'm also using 1/2 cup milk so adjust as needed), 1/8 tsp cardamom, small dash clove powder, 1/16th monk fruit powder or your preferred sweetener, and 1/2 cup almond milk (if you adjusted the flaxseed amount, use less milk and less spices). If not using any flaxseed, you may want to omit the milk all together.
4. Mix everything together until well combined. Let sit for a few minutes so that the flaxseeds thicken up a bit and then enjoy. Store any remaining soaked and drained oats in a tight glass container to use the next few days.

Notes

The gluten-free steel cut oat brand I prefer on Amazon. 

www.herhealthystyle.com

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