Instant Pot Oat Groats
Learn how to cook Instant Pot oat groats for a chewy, nutty breakfast porridge. A simple high-fibre recipe with chia seeds and berries.
Ingredients
- 200 g oat groats rinsed
- 550 ml water
- 200 ml milk dairy or plant-based
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon optional
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 150 g berries fresh or frozen
Optional Toppings
- chopped nuts
- nut butter
- Greek yoghurt or skyr
- maple syrup or honey
Instructions
- Rinse the oat groats in a fine mesh sieve under cold water and drain well.
- Add the rinsed oat groats, water, milk, salt, and cinnamon (if using) to the Instant Pot insert. Stir once to combine.
- Secure the lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on High Pressure for 20 minutes.
- When cooking finishes, allow the pressure to release naturally for 15 minutes, then release any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and stir the oat groats. The mixture will thicken slightly as it cools.
- Stir in the chia seeds and allow the oats to rest for 3–5 minutes so the chia can absorb liquid and thicken the porridge.
- Divide into bowls and top with berries and any optional toppings before serving.
Notes
Flavour variations
- Apple Cinnamon Oat Groats – Stir in diced apple during the last few minutes of cooking or add sautéed apple and extra cinnamon when serving. A drizzle of maple syrup works well here.
- Berry Almond Bowl – Top the cooked oats with mixed berries, toasted almonds, and a spoonful of almond butter for added richness and texture.
- Nutty Banana Oats – Add sliced banana and peanut butter just before serving. A small pinch of nutmeg pairs well with this variation.
Substitutions
- Milk – The milk can be replaced entirely with water or any plant-based milk. Using half milk and half water creates a creamier texture while reducing the risk of scorching in the pressure cooker.
- Chia seeds – If you don’t have chia seeds, flaxseed or hemp seeds can be stirred in after cooking for extra fibre and texture.