Delicious and Nutritious Instant Pot Cranberry Pumpkin Steel-Cut Oatmeal

Start your day off right with this flavorful and hearty Instant Pot cranberry pumpkin steel-cut oatmeal. Packed with the perfect blend of sweet cranberries and creamy pumpkin, this dish is bursting with comforting fall flavors. Using the Instant Pot cuts down on cooking time and ensures a perfectly creamy and tender texture. Enjoy this nutritious and delicious oatmeal for a wholesome breakfast that will keep you satisfied until lunchtime.

Ingredients

• 1 cup steel-cut oats
• 3 cups water
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk (optional)
• Chopped nuts or seeds for topping (optional)

Directions

1. Add the steel-cut oats, water, pumpkin puree, dried cranberries, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and salt to the Instant Pot.
2. Close the lid and set the vent to the sealing position.
3. Select the 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' setting and set the cooking time to 10 minutes on high pressure.
4. Once the cooking time is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes and then carefully perform a quick pressure release to release any remaining pressure.
5. Carefully remove the lid and give the oatmeal a good stir.
6. If desired, stir in the milk to achieve a creamier consistency.
7. Serve the oatmeal hot and top with chopped nuts or seeds for added crunch and texture.
8. Enjoy your warm and comforting Instant Pot cranberry pumpkin steel-cut oatmeal!

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