Whether it’s a busy weekday or a lazy weekend, there’s never a bad time for a warm, comforting breakfast. With an emphasis on the word ‘quick,’ it’s time to lean on the Instant Pot. It’s a convenient kitchen gadget you’ll want in your cooking lineup, if it’s not already there.
Today, we’re using it for oatmeal — hearty, whole-grain bowls ready in 8 minutes of pressure cooking, plus 5 minutes of natural release, while you’re getting ready for work. (Read: No stirring, burning or standing at the stove!)
The steps are simple: combine liquids and oats, seal the pot, and cook — then serve immediately with your favorite toppings or portion into jars and refrigerate for the entire week.
A few notes: For best results, a low-fat or non-dairy milk works well — high-fat milks like coconut milk may separate during cooking. You’ll also need less liquid than you would on the stovetop — in the Instant Pot, liquid is absorbed rather than evaporated, so go easy to avoid oatmeal soup.
Active time: 10 minutes | Total time: 20 minutes
Pressure Cooker Oats
Ingredients
- 2 cups (160g) old-fashioned oats
- 2 cups (480g) water, divided
- 2 cups nonfat milk (almond, hemp, coconut and soy also work)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp flaxseeds
- 1 tbsp hemp seeds
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
Directions
Insert the steamer rack inside the inner pot of your Instant Pot and add 1 cup of water. In a 4-cup heat-safe bowl, combine the oats, remaining 1 cup water, milk, salt, maple syrup, and seeds, and stir to combine.
Place the bowl on top of the steaming rack and secure the lid on the Instant Pot. Set the valve to “sealed” and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
After cooking is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes, then carefully release any remaining pressure by turning the valve to vent using a wooden spoon.
Carefully remove the bowl from the Instant Pot. Serve the oatmeal with your favorite toppings, or allow to cool completely before transferring to airtight containers and refrigerating for up to 5 days.
Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 1 cup
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 246; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 4mg; Sodium: 343g; Carbohydrate: 39g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 10g; Protein: 11g
Nutrition Bonus: Iron 13%; Calcium 19%; Potassium 416mg
Originally published October 2018; Updated May 2026
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