Name: Toasted Almond & Steel-Cut Oatmeal
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients: 2 cups steel-cut oats; 4 cups water; 1/2 cup sliced almonds; 1 pinch sea salt; 1 tsp vanilla extract

2Instructions

Quick Summary

A comforting bowl of steel-cut oats topped with toasted sliced almonds. This breakfast provides sustained energy and heart-healthy fats, making it a perfect, clean start to your morning.

Ingredients

2 cups steel-cut oats
4 cups filtered water
1/2 cup sliced almonds

1 pinch sea salt
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Optional: Maple syrup

Method

1. Toast your almonds in a dry pan over medium heat until golden and fragrant. Remove immediately.
2. Bring water and salt to a gentle boil in a heavy-bottomed pot.
3. Stir in the oats, reduce heat to low, and simmer covered for 20 minutes until creamy.
4. Stir in the vanilla and portion into bowls, topping with the toasted almonds.

Stewart’s Secret

Toast your almonds in a dry pan, not oil. The natural oils in the nut will release, giving you a deeper, more rounded flavor without added grease.

Nutrition Snapshot

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	450 kcal
Protein	14g
Fat	18g
Carbs	62g

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this ahead?

Yes. Steel-cut oats reheat beautifully with a splash of water or milk.

Is this gluten-free?

Oats are naturally gluten-free, but check your label to ensure they were processed in a gluten-free facility.

Can I add fruit?

Absolutely. Fresh berries or sliced apples pair wonderfully with the almonds.

Toasted Almond & Steel-Cut Oatmeal

The Story

1Ingredients

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Quick Summary

Ingredients

Method

Stewart’s Secret

Nutrition Snapshot

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this ahead?

Is this gluten-free?

Can I add fruit?

Nutrition Information

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