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Instant Pot Oatmeal in a Jar is a healthy breakfast meal prep recipe that’s also portable! This 10 minute electric pressure oatmeal recipe is filled with superfoods such as gluten free rolled oats, apples, walnuts, flaxseed, goji berries, and more. A wholesome breakfast made easy in a multi-cooker with slow cooker and stove top options. Vegan friendly.

Superfood Instant Pot Oatmeal in a Jar! A healthy breakfast meal prep recipe or breakfast in to-go! This 10 minute electric pressure oatmeal recipe is filled with superfoods; such as gluten free rolled oats, apples, walnuts, flaxseed, goji berries, and more. A wholesome breakfast made easy in a multi-cooker with  slow cooker and stove top options. Vegan friendly.

Hey hey! How about a quick breakfast meal prep recipe today?  I’ve partnered with Bob’s Red Mill to bring you this Superfood Instant Pot Oatmeal in a Jar!  We are thankful for their wonderful Gluten free products and allowing me to continue to share and create gluten free recipes. 

Oatmeal in jars. I’m sure you’re thinking… “Lindsay, get with it. That was soooo last year.” In which I would then reply, “But NO, wait, this INSTANT POT SUPERFOOD OATMEAL in Jars (to-go) is so this year, since I’m combining meal prep and the Instant Pot madness together. Am I kind of a genius, or what?” I’m kidding. Kinda. Actually, this is one of those meal prep recipes that came from a lesson learned. If you’re used to skipping to the recipe, I totally get it, but can I pressure you to keep reading about my pressure cooker oatmeal? That pun alone should be worth it. You’re welcome!

Okay okay, puns aside, Instant Pot oatmeal in mason jars will truly change your life, especially if you’re an early morning workout person. Or in my case, the sherpa wife to an early morning runner. Just to preface, you don’t have to serve the oatmeal in jars. You can totally spoon it up in breakfast bowls for many or place it in a glass container for storage. Also, slow cooker version and stove top versions are in the recipe.

instant pot oatmeal (superfood breakfast bowl) - Gluten free

Phew! Now, moving on….

Allow me to refresh your memory. You see, my husband and I moved to Utah a year ago. He retired from professional triathlon racing (after 10+ years) and started a 9-to-5 desk job. Hello real world!  This was a whole new world to him, and a whole new world to me. I had to really start meal prepping his lunches and breakfasts to-go. Yep, I was forced in to becoming organized. Haha!

Fast forward to present day. We still have one car to share. And the kiwi (aka my husband) has been running to work. It’s perfect. He gets in his miles early and I don’t have to brave the cold and drive him. Well ain’t that a nice set up, right? Keep reading, my whole point of this oatmeal recipe is coming. Promise!

Superfood Instant Pot Oatmeal in a Jar! A healthy breakfast meal prep recipe or breakfast in a jar! This InstaPot oatmeal is filled with superfoods such as gluten free rolled oats, apples, walnuts, flaxseed, goji berries, and more. A wholesome breakfast that can be made in a multi-cooker or stove top. Vegan friendly.

 

 Here’s what we quickly realized. As soon as the kiwi got to work (post run), he was not properly refueling. I learned this after asking him why he was so tired or not recovering from his runs well. Then he mentioned, “Oh I just grab a banana or make a bulletproof coffee.” Only a banana?  After that 9 mile trek? Why oh why was he not eating? Four words. .. LACK OF FOOD CHOICES.

 No, that’s not gonna work! SHERPA WIFE SYNDROME IN FULL FORCE! Let’s get that breakfast prep up to par and then stock the office fridge for post run refuel. Mmm k?

Hence the instant pot oatmeal ya’ll. I made a huge batch full of superfood fruit and vegetables, gluten free rolled oats, and healthy fats. Stuffed in mason jars and we took it down to place in the office fridge. Now he was set for the week. I felt better, as a human, that I could at least provide food for the man. Haha!

HOW TO MAKE SUPERFOOD INSTANT POT OATMEAL (1 Minute Video)

So you see, one batch, 6 jars, and breakfast prep is made! This superfood oatmeal can be made in the Instant Pot, multi-cooker, slow cooker oatmeal, whatever you have will work. Then place in bowls and reheat, with a splash a milk and extra berries if desired. Edible flowers not included, but they do make it pretty. 😉

Superfood Instant Pot Oatmeal! A healthy breakfast meal prep recipe or breakfast in a jar! This InstaPot oatmeal is filled with superfoods such as gluten free rolled oats, apples, walnuts, flaxseed, goji berries, and more. A wholesome breakfast that can be made in a multi-cooker or stove top. Vegan friendly.

instant pot oatmeal - superfood bowls for breakfast. Healthy, vegan, gluten free.Or option two, pour 2 – 3 tbsp milk top of the oatmeal jars, seal it up, and enjoy them as overnight oats from the jar the next day.

Superfood Instant Pot Oatmeal in a Jar! A healthy breakfast meal prep recipe that's also portable! This 10 minute electric pressure oatmeal recipe is filled with superfoods; such as gluten free rolled oats, apples, walnuts, flaxseed, goji berries, and more. A wholesome breakfast made easy in a multi-cooker with  slow cooker and stove top options. #Vegan option. #slowcooker #instatpot #oatmeal

I’d like to give a HUGE SHOUT OUT to Bob’s Red Mill for making this dish extra nourishing and naturally gluten free. And for kindly allowing me to share my favorite gluten free Bob’s Red Mill products with my readers. I use their products daily and have yet to be disappointed. Because of them, I was able to make a huge batch of this meal prep breakfast and better my wife skills. WINNING!

gluten free rolled oats- bobs redmill

Shall I get into a little nerdy nutrition? Oh yes, I should. Just real quick.

The superfood ingredients in this oatmeal was inspired by my love of MORNING GLORY muffins. 

Superfood Instant Pot Oatmeal in a Jar! A healthy breakfast meal prep recipe or breakfast in a jar! This InstaPot oatmeal is filled with superfoods such as gluten free rolled oats, apples, walnuts, flaxseed, goji berries, and more. A wholesome breakfast that can be made in a multi-cooker or stove top. Vegan friendly.

  • Apples –Apple contain quercetin. Quercetin is one of the most abundant antioxidants in the human diet. It helps fight free radicals caused by stress and inflammation.  
  • Cinnamon – An Anti-inflammatory Spice and aids in digestion.
  • Walnuts and Bob’s Red Mill Flaxseed or Chia Seed – Nuts and seeds that contain Omega-3 fatty acids that help reduce inflammation. Especially inflammation caused by consuming processed foods with Omega-6 fatty acids (the unhealthy omega).
  • Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free thick Rolled oats – Contains soluble fiber which help keep you fuller longer, not to mention replenish your glycogen storage in muscles. Crucial for recovery post workout. Superfood Oatmeal for super humans. 
  • Almond milk or coconut milk – If you use real coconut milk/cream, you’ll get a boost of MCT which is great for energy. Both of these milks contain a good source of vitamin E.
  • Shaved carrots –Great source of vitamin A, plus they help balance out the sweetness of the other fruit. Just like in a morning glory muffin.
  • Raisins or Goji berries –  Both of these dried fruits contain a variety  of phytonutrients, vitamins and trace minerals! Plus a boost in potassium.  
  • Just a wee bit of sweetener – maple syrup, maple sugar, or coconut sugar. All work, all unrefined and contain minerals.
  • Optional Protein Boosters – Bob’s Red Mill Vegan Pea Protein

Pea Protein - Bob's redmill

All these lovely super foods combined make one of the most amazing recovery meals and a wholesome breakfast to go.

So you see, this superfood instant pot oatmeal was totally made for a superhuman, my husband. Corny Cotter moment.

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Superfood Instant Pot Oatmeal Jars (Stove top and Slow cooker options)

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4.6 from 17 reviews
  • Author: Lindsay Cotter
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 10 min
  • Total Time: 15 min
  • Yield: 5 1x
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Superfood Instant Pot Oatmeal in Jars (Stove top and Slow cooker options). A healthy gluten free breakfast and meal prep recipe.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cup gluten free rolled oats (Bob’s Redmill)
  • 3 cups almond milk or coconut milk (drinking milk) — See notes to avoid dryness.
  • 1/2 – 2/3 cup chopped apple
  • 1 large carrot, shredded into shavings or julienne sliced
  • 1/3 cup raisins or goji berries
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup flaxseed or chia seed
  • 1/2 tbsp Cinnamon
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Optional: 1/4 cup coconut sugar or maple syrup for extra sweetness
  • 1/3 cup regular or non dairy cream to mix in after cooked.

TOPPINGS and MIX-INS:

  • Optional add-in: 1 serving (scoop) Protein powder desired (I used pea protein from Bob’s Redmill)
  • Fresh Blueberries to top once cooked
  • Extra milk/sweetener to top if desired

Instructions

INSTANT POT VERSION:

Before you begin notes (updated): Rolled oats and non dairy milk are preferred to prevent burning oatmeal.  If you find your instant pot burns oats easily on high pressure cooker, then you may grease/oil the pot first or use lower pressure cook setting. You can also use pot in pot method (see notes).

  • Pour 3 cups of the non dairy milk into the oiled instant pot (coconut oil works well). Then add your oats and prepped ingredients (minus cream and toppings) in the Instant Pot.  Mix all together until well combined.
  • Place Instant pot on manual pressure cook for 8-9 minutes, then natural release. If using quick release let it sit for 2-3 minutes off/warm before quick release.  If you are using quick oats (pot in pot method), only cook 7 minutes or so.
  • Once cooked, mix in coconut cream and optional protein, if desired.
  • Spoon into 6-7 small 1 cup mason jars or 5 medium bowls. Top with blueberries. Optional honey and pinch of cinnamon/splash of milk.

STOVE TOP OPTION:

  • Place milk in large saucepan. Bring to a soft boil.
  • Place all ingredients (minus toppings and sweetener) in the pot.
  • Reduce to low and cover for 20 -25 minutes or until oats have absorbed milk and are thoroughly cooked. Mix in sweetener and protein if desired.
  • Spoon into jars or bowls and then add toppings.

SLOW COOKER OPTION:

  • Follow similar instructions to that of my slow cooker savory oatmeal.
  • Place all ingredients (minus protein and toppings) in slow cooker or instant pot slow cooker option.
  • Mix all together and set on high 3 hrs or low for 5. Could be more or less depending on your slow cooker.
  • Stir the oats in the slow cooker half way through the cooking time. The flax seed will help bind everything together and thicken it up like steel cut oats.
  • Add a 1/4 c more milk if you want to thin out the oats (to create more of a porridge) the last hour of cooking. Mix in protein last if using it.
  • Spoon superfood oatmeal into jars or bowls. Add your toppings of choice (listed above).
  • You can set this overnight if you have an automatic slow cooker that shifts to warm after 5 hrs.

Notes

  • INSTANT POT NOTES – To prevent burning you may also use the pot in pot method. Place Trivet or steamer rack inside inner pot of Instant Pot. Add in 1 cup of water to inner pot.  Place a large (oven safe) bowl on top, proceed with regular instructions (mixing everything in the bowl) and natural release.
  • Substitutes– Creamer (mix in)- Almond or coconut creamer work well, but you can also use canned coconut milk or cream for the additional cream ingredient. I recommend adding this last after cooking to adjust thickness/creaminess to your liking. The taste and texture will vary.
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 295
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 20g
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 32 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Protein: 6.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Keywords: instant pot, oatmeal, superfoods, gluten free

Now grab a spoon and jar or bowl and let’s dig in.

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Superfood Instant Pot Oatmeal in a Jar! A healthy breakfast meal prep recipe or breakfast to-go. This electric pressure cooker oatmeal recipe is filled with superfoods; gluten free rolled oats, apples, walnuts, flaxseed, goji berries. Wholesome breakfast made in a multi-cooker, slow cooker, or stove top. Vegan option. #instantpot #oatmeal #glutenfree #mealprep

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Photo of Lindsay Cotter of Cotter CrunchHi, I’m Lindsay!  Gluten Free Nutrition Specialist, food photographer and author of Nourishing Superfood Bowls, and meal plan guru! I’d love to know you more! Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and drop a comment below.

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  2. Naomi says

    January 11, 2018 at 12:58 PM

    We share a car too but neither of us is running to work in the cold! Your husband absolutely needs this to re-energize him. So do my boys, such a great idea!

    Reply

  4. Laura says

    January 11, 2018 at 5:22 PM

    I adore morning glory muffins too! All the flavors of my favorite breakfast treat in oatmeal form seems too good to be true, and yet here it is!

    Reply

  5. Sarah says

    January 11, 2018 at 6:39 PM

    These look absolutely amazing and nutrient dense! I don’t have an Instant Pot, giving one away next weekend if only I could win one myself, but love that you added a stove top method so I can still make this super delicious looking recipe!

    Reply

  14. April says

    January 12, 2018 at 10:58 PM

    This might be a silly question, but can this be made with something other than oats? I don’t eat grains, but this looks so yummy! I can eat quinoa if you think that would work. Or maybe chia seeds?

    Reply

  15. JaneMaldi says

    January 15, 2018 at 4:01 AM

    I’m not the biggest fan of oatmeal to be honest, but this just looks amazing! I will definitely try and and probably forever change my mind about oatmeal 🙂 Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply

  31. Cassie Autumn Tran says

    January 19, 2018 at 8:34 PM

    Variety in breakfast options are always SUPER important! I love that you’ve provided this amazing superfood instant pot oatmeal that has TONS of amazing ingredients. I’m thinking about making a similar recipe!

    Reply

  34. Heather M. says

    February 9, 2018 at 11:26 PM

    This looks so perfect! I can’t have coconut so what would be a good alternative? Especially for the coconut cream since I don’t want to skip that creamy add-in. Thank you!

    ★★★★★

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  35. Saniah Fatemi says

    February 10, 2018 at 6:17 PM

    This looks amazing! A few questions if you don’t mind. Would I be able to leave the cream out? Will it make it too think? And may I use regular milk to get more protein?

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  36. Wihelmina says

    February 25, 2018 at 8:00 AM

    I make these weekly and love them! Portion control has helped me stay on track with my return to healthy living post baby. Thanks for the great recipe. PS – to avoid the oatmeal sticking to the bottom of my instant pot I put three cups of coconut milk in first and then the oatmeal mixture on top – just basely mixing it! Also – I had quick oats so adjusted the cooking time to 7mins!

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    • Lindsay Cotter says

      March 5, 2018 at 7:06 PM

      Did you use 3 cups? Quick oats or regular oats? I’ll make notes in the recipe. I Would add in three cups of coconut milk in first and then the oatmeal mixture on top, then barely mix. This was noted from a reader above. Adjust to 7 minutes for quick oats.

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  38. Jessie says

    March 5, 2018 at 6:37 PM

    Love this recipe! Any idea on how to prevent the Instant Pot from stating “burn” and the oatmeal burning on the bottom? I must have done something wrong…

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  39. Julie says

    April 23, 2018 at 7:31 PM

    Looks yummy, but “better my wife skills.” Really? How about better your cooking skills. Hope to try this soon.

    ★★★★

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  40. JB says

    July 26, 2018 at 11:32 AM

    This recipe does not work. I followed the “burn” instructions to prevent problems and still the Instant Pot refused to cook, giving me a “burn” message. I then added more milk and 3 cups of water to the same result. Consider other recipes.

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  45. Jennifer Blake says

    August 8, 2018 at 2:25 PM

    This is perfect – I needed a new way to mix up how I prep my oatmeal, especially coming into fall soon and hopefully some cooler weather!

    ★★★★★

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  47. Katie says

    August 21, 2018 at 1:08 PM

    Love this oatmeal recipe!! Different from my usual, which makes it so great! Plus a good dose of veggies!

    ★★★★★

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  48. Roger says

    February 6, 2019 at 10:47 PM

    Hi!

    Just a quick question. This recipe makes 5 servings if I’m reading correctly. I want to use this recipe to meal prep my breakfasts but I’m wondering if it remains safe to eat in the fridge until the 5th day? I assume so from your post but just want to make sure!

    Thanks

    Reply

    • Lindsay Cotter says

      February 8, 2019 at 12:58 PM

      Yep, it should be fine for 5 day, no prob. If you are using coconut milk or almond milk drinking milk. If you are using canned coconut milk, it might go bad faster, but 5 days should work fine! Hope that helps!

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  49. Andrea says

    March 3, 2019 at 10:12 AM

    Well, phooey! Mine burned pretty much immediately in the InstantPot. 🙁 I followed the tips you suggested. Any other tips? I had old fashioned oats on hand and used those. Do you think that would be the difference?
    Luckily, it’s still edible and the flavor is good! Just a little mushy since I wasn’t sure what to do after it said “burn “. I just hit cancel and let it sit for a while.
    Please help! I’d love to try it again.

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    • Lindsay Cotter says

      March 3, 2019 at 11:33 AM

      Oh so sorry about that. Did you use non dairy milk and rolled oats? quick oats and milk tend to burn. You could also use pot in pot method with a pyrex dish/bowl placed on the trivet. I’ll update recipe. Let me know exactly what you use and I’ll be sure to help you get this right! it’s soo good! 🙂

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      • Andrea says

        March 4, 2019 at 6:00 AM

        I used almond milk, and old fashioned oats.
        Next time I’ll try rolled oats. I will definitely trynit again becasue I love the recipe! I could do stove top too, but I love my IP. 🙂

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        • Andrea says

          March 4, 2019 at 6:04 AM

          Oh goodness. Well, I see a few things I might have done wrong. I added my scoop of protein before cooking which likely made it thicker, and I also added the cream before cooking. Whoops! Failure to read ALL of the instructions first! lol

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          • Lindsay Cotter says

            March 4, 2019 at 12:32 PM

            Oh no worries. I just updated, you didn’t miss it. I think the biggest thing is using the rolled oats and adding cream last. Stove top is super easy too. Keep me posted on how it goes second round Andrea!

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