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Woman stirring a pot of cooked old-fashioned oats using a wooden spoon. A cast iron skillet of scrambled eggs is behind it on the stove.

Oatmeal via Overnight Oats

Soaking oats overnight increases their health benefits and makes cooking oatmeal quicker the next morning.
Prep Time 8 hours
Cook Time 3 minutes
Serving Size 2 people

Equipment

  • large pot with lid
  • bowl with lid
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • wooden spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm, filtered water
  • 2 tbsp whey, yogurt, kefir, or buttermilk (can also use vinegar or lemon juice)
  • 1 cup rolled or cracked oats
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • milk (optional)
  • apple butter (optional)
  • fresh or frozen fruit (optional)

Instructions

  • Mix 1 cup of rolled oats and 1 cup of warm, filtered water together in a bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of acid such as buttermilk, whey, yogurt, lemon juice, or vinegar. Mix well, cover, and let sit in a warm place overnight or up to 24 hours.
  • The next morning, bring 1 cup of filtered water and 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt to a boil on your stove in a large pot.
  • Add the soaked oats to the boiling water, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for up to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Then take the pot off the heat and add in any additional ingredients you desire. Options include milk, fresh or frozen fruit, sugar, maple syrup, and fruit butters. Mix well and serve while still warm.