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, 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.
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!
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. 😉
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!
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.
- 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 (or even zucchini) –Great source of vitamin A, plus they help balance out the sweetness of the other fruit. Just like in a morning glory muffin.
- Optional dried superfruit like Goji berries – Both of these dried fruits contain a variety of phytonutrients, vitamins and trace minerals! Plus a boost in potassium.
- Optional protein boost – Pea protein or plant based protein of choice (see below).
- Touch of unrefined sweetener – maple syrup, maple sugar, or coconut sugar. All work, all unrefined and contain minerals.
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)
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 5 1x
Description
Superfood Instant Pot Oatmeal in Jars (Stove top and Slow cooker options). A healthy gluten free breakfast and meal prep recipe.
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 burning milk.
- 1/2 – 2/3 cup chopped apple
- 1 large carrot or zucchini- shredded into shavings or julienne sliced
- Optional dried fruit – 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 sweetener: 1/4 cup maple syrup or coconut palm sugar
- 1/3 cup non dairy cream or milk 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
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
- Method: pressure cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup without protein powder
- 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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Wow, this is so easy to make the super food to store it in pot. Great reading and recipe. Thank you for sharing this amazing article.
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You’re welcome!
I just made the recipe on my stovetop. I would have made it in my instant pot,but could not find a bowl that would fit for the pot in pot method.
The oatmeal was really good
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Glad it worked out on the stove! Thanks for feedback penny
This recipe is wonderful! SO tasty (coming from someone who is not an oatmeal fan), super easy to make on school mornings, and BONUS, My *EXTREMELY PICKY* kids LOVE it and came back for seconds. This is going to be a staple in our house from now on. SO glad I came across this recipe! (Cant wait to see if I actually have some energy today) Thank you!
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Yaay!! Sounds like this was a definite hit for you Nikky! You’re welcome!!
Wonderful way to meal prep breakfast for a couple days in advance!! I made this and cooked only the almond milk, apples, carrot shavings, cinnamon, ground flax seed and hemp hearts. The last 5 minutes of cooking, I added the raisins & cranberries, will add the honey, walnuts, and blueberries after I warm the oatmeal in the microwave. I am not a fan of cold oatmeal but warmed up and then adding the final toppings, this is delicious!!!! I used some 16 oz Ball wide mouth jars to have extra room for adding extra toppings and to be able to stir well after warmed. My husband ate a jar of it last night after it was prepped and enjoyed it! Thank you for sharing this recipe!
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How many and what size jars will one batch fill?
I used an 8 ounce mason jar and it filled about 4-5. Hope that helps!
Can this be prepared in an electric pressure cooker instead of Instant Pot? I have the Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker.
https://www.cuisinart.com/shopping/appliances/specialty_appliances/cpc-600
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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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! 🙂
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. 🙂
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
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!
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
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!
Love this oatmeal recipe!! Different from my usual, which makes it so great! Plus a good dose of veggies!
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Never would have thought to use the instant pot – so hearty and perfect for breakfast!
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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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It’s a good “comfort” breakfast!
Lindsay, your recipes are always spot-on! The gorgeous photography is such a treat. Can’t wait to try this one!
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This sounds great! I love those oats and always keep some on hand! I am going to prep some for breakfasts for the rest of the week.
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Now THIS is my kind of breakfast! These oats and all the add ins are fabulous!
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Is there nutrition info on this somewhere? We are keto and would love to try this!! Sounds amazing
Sorry about that. Just updated it! Hope it helps!
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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Hi there! So sorry to hear this. We’ve made it several times without burning. What type of milk did you use?
I just made mine on the stove top and I had no issues at all 🙂
Looks yummy, but “better my wife skills.” Really? How about better your cooking skills. Hope to try this soon.
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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…
I found that this was not enough liquid for my instant pot.
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.
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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Oh wonderful! So glad to they help and thanks for the cooking tip!
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?
for sure! I need to make note of that. You can use regular cream or even yogurt in place of the coconut cream. Or just use more milk. Should work! Keep me posted.
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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Can you have regular cream/dairy? That works too! It’s delish!
This looks so good! But can I use steel cut instead of rolled oats?
I think so! You might need a little more milk and pressure cook it for 2-3 minutes longer. Keep me posted!
You know how to make oatmeal look gorgeous! This is yet another reason to pull out my Instant Pot.
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!
Oh keep me posted Cassie! I bet yours is fab
I love the individual servings! I want this for breakfast tomorrow!!
omg, so pretty and so dang healthy! I adore Bob and all his amazing grains, this is a must make!
Bob is the best! agreed!
This oat combo is UNREAL!
Meal prep just got SO much easier…and yummier, of course!
These look absolutely heavenly!!
YES! A great breakfast!
Your photo of this recipe first caught my attention on Instagram, so super pretty. I love all the good things going on in this!
Oh thanks friend! I think you’d love this too!
I have so many questions… does he not get sweaty? Does he just keep a week of clothes at the office? NINE miles in that cold?! Kiwi is either a super hear or batshit crazy. LOL!
haha yes, we take clothes to work monday. He is crazy. And he doesn’t sweat because it’s all down hill and cold. I pick him up at 5pm.
Ahhh man, this looks so good! I love oatmeal in the wintertime.
me too!
I love oatmeal and am always looking for new ways to make it. LOVE this superfood version.
Let me know if you try it Julia!
This is one powerful breakfast!
You make oatmeal look sexy! Love the carrot ribbons in there. So smart!
This looks delish! It looks like the perfect breakfast 🙂
THIS IS SO EPIC!
This is like a super superfood recipe! I mean, it’s loaded with the super stuff! 🙂 Love!
You are SUPER right 😉
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!
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?
Not silly at all! You can easily do it. In slow cooker or instant pot? Try it with quinoa, like this. https://www.cottercrunch.com/coconut-cream-pumpkin-quinoa-porridge-vegan/
Thank you!! I have an instant pot, but I’ll do it on the slow cooker setting with the instructions from your other recipe. I’m finally making it this weekend so I’ll let you know how it turns out!!
Who knew oatmeal could be so pretty?! Can’t wait to try this as a great breakfast before school for my menagerie!
yea! keep me posted Melanie!
Nine miles??? Isn’t it cold there? He definitely needs this when he gets to work!
yep, it was 12F one morning. ACK!
Oatmeal in jars will never be last year. NEVER. I’m slowly coming around this whole instant pot thing…this just looks and sounds to amazing not to try!
OMG you must try it Deryn. You will love!
I make my own oat milk at home! Would this recipe be okay with that?
Absolutely, Danielle! The oatmeal can be made with any type of nut milk, and homemade is even better!
I’m totally inspired to try this and meal plan it for breakfasts!
Yay! So glad Jen
This is such an amazing recipe! Can’t wait to try it!
Let me know if you do Gina!
Loving this breakfast Idea! I make overnight oats for my hubby every night and this might be a good way to switch things up a bit!
What is the nutritional breakdown?
Sorry about that. Looks like my nutritional info was deleted. I’ll update it tonight! But to summarize the calories with coconut cream added are close to 300 per serving and 14 g fat. 33g carbs and 6 G protein
Now this is a reason for me to consider getting an instant pot! It looks delicious.
Oh you so should! Though this also works well in slow cooker.
Love this breakfast meal prep! Looks so healthy and delicious! Can’t wait to try the pea protein powder!
You will love it Jess!
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!
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!
Wouldn’t it be better, nutrient wise, to leave out all, but the oatmeal and liquid ingredients, until after it’s finished cooking?
Actually, those extra ingredients are nutrient dense, so they provide a lot of nourishment. But you are looking for the lighter version, you can totally just skip on some of the extra superfoods. Hope that makes sense steve.
Nine miles?? Holy crap! (I’d need to retire! Lol!) He definitely needs more than a banana and a coffee! This oatmeal will totally do the trick! Looks amazing!
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!
Seriously, this sounds amazing and packed full of so much goodness!