Generously grease the insert of a 6 qt Instant pot with nonstick cooking spray.
To the pot add the steel cut oats, water, and almond milk. Stir to combine. Cover (make sure it’s sealed) and select the “manual” or “pressure cook” button. Press the dial up to 4 minutes. The Instant Pot will start automatically.
When it has finished cooking, let the pressure release naturally for 15 minutes before manually releasing the remaining pressure . You don’t want to do a quick release because the oats can spurt out of the valve.
Once the pressure has been released, open the lid and give the oats a stir. Serve warm. (The oats will thicken as they cool.)
Leftovers will stay good in an airtight container in the fridge for 1 week.
Serving ideas: Serve with a drizzle of milk (if desired) and a sweetener such as brown sugar, maple syrup, or honey. Topping ideas: fresh fruit, toasted nuts, shredded coconut, cinnamon, chocolate chips, cocoa nibs.
Notes
Topping Ideas
Fresh fruit — Apple slices (or grated fresh apple), sliced bananas, strawberries, raspberries, mangos, blueberries, blackberries, pomegranate arils (seeds), etc. Even frozen berries will work as a great topping!
Storing: Leftovers will stay good in an airtight container in the fridge for 1 week.To reheat: Microwave in a microwave safe bowl for 20-30 seconds or until heated through. You may need to add a splash of milk or water to the steel cut oats to help loosen them up.