Blueberry Cinnamon Steel-Cut Oatmeal

A comforting bowl of creamy steel-cut oatmeal sweetened with maple syrup, flavored with vanilla, and topped with fresh, bursting blueberries and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Blueberry Cinnamon Steel-Cut Oatmeal is a hearty and wholesome breakfast that combines the creamy texture of slow-cooked oats with the natural sweetness of maple syrup and vanilla. Simmered to perfection in a blend of milk and water, this comforting dish is elevated with the addition of fresh blueberries, which burst with flavor as they warm through. Finished with a fragrant sprinkle of cinnamon, it’s a satisfying and nutritious start to the day, perfect for cozy mornings.

Servings

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

25 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Ingredients

1 cup water
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup steel-cut oats
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup fresh blueberries
Sprinkle of cinnamon for topping

Instructions

Prepare the Oats

In a medium saucepan, bring the water and milk to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Cook the Oats

Stir in the steel-cut oats and salt. Reduce the heat to low and let the oats simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, for about 20-25 minutes, or until the oats reach your desired level of tenderness and the mixture has thickened.

Add Sweetness and Flavor

Stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract.

Add the Blueberries

Gently fold in the blueberries and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the blueberries are warmed through and start to burst.

Serve

Divide the oatmeal into two bowls. Dash a desired amount of ground cinnamon over the top.

In a medium saucepan, bring the water and milk to a gentle boil over medium heat. Stir in the steel-cut oats and salt.

Reduce the heat to low and let the oats simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, for about 20-25 minutes, or until the oats reach your desired level of tenderness and the mixture has thickened.