Description
Start your day with a warm, energizing bowl of Cranberry Orange Steel Cut Oatmeal, featuring the perfect balance of tangy cranberries and zesty orange flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup steel cut oats
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 2 tsp orange zest
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)
- 4 cups water or milk
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Measure and rinse the steel cut oats under cold water.
- Combine Oats and Liquid: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the rinsed steel cut oats and water (or milk). Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Add Cranberries and Zest: Once boiling, stir in the cranberries and orange zest. Allow them to cook until the cranberries burst.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the oats are tender yet chewy.
- Sweeten It Up: Remove from heat and mix in honey or maple syrup according to your taste preference.
- Serve and Enjoy: Scoop into bowls, topping with extra cranberries or orange slices if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg. Experiment with different toppings like nuts or seeds for extra crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days; reheat with a splash of liquid for creaminess.