Learn how to cook oat groats with this easy, creamy oat groats recipe! Find a variety of cooking methods, including stove top, Instant Pot, and slow cooker, along with a collaborative collection of tips, tricks, and topping ideas!
Optional toppings:maple syrup, brown sugar, fruit, nuts, coconut, peanut butter(see recipe notes for more ideas)
Instructions
Stove Top
Bring water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan.
Add the oat groats, cover, and reduce temperature to a gentle simmer for 40 minutes. Remove the lid and simmer for 10-15 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until soft and water is absorbed.
If desired, remove from heat, cover and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Instant Pot
Combine the water, groats, and salt in the Instant Pot. Secure the lid and make sure the valve is sealed.
Cook under high pressure for 50 minutes. After the cook time has ended, let the pressure cooker sit and naturally release for 15 minutes. Release any remaining pressure.
If there is water still not absorbed, use the SAUTE function to simmer and stir until absorbed.
Slow Cooker
Combine the water, oat groats, and salt in a slow cooker. Cook on LOW 10 hours.
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