For a sweet but hearty breakfast, you can’t go wrong with this Instant Pot Peaches and Cream Oatmeal. Just stir everything together and let the pressure cooker do the rest while you get ready for your day. These instant pot steel cut oats are super filling and ready in just over 30 minutes.

Looking for more instant pot recipes? Don’t miss our instant pot cheesecake and instant pot baby back ribs.

Easy Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats

Peaches and cream steel cut oats make a delicious, hearty sweet treat of a breakfast, and cooking steel cut oats in the Instant Pot yields perfect results every time. Not too mushy, not too chewy, and just the right texture.

Another thing to love about this recipe? The Instant Pot does all the work! Just mix everything in the pressure cooker, turn it on, go get ready for work, and come back about 30 minutes later for a hot breakfast to power you through your day!

This recipe makes 6 servings, so I almost always have leftovers, which makes breakfast the next day even quicker and easier.

Ingredients Needed

Here are the few ingredients needed for this easy Instant Pot breakfast.
(Scroll below to the printable recipe card for details and measurements.)

• Traditional steel cut oats – No substitution for this recipe!
• Canned peaches – Diced or sliced both work. I used light syrup but use whatever syrup sweetness level you prefer.
• Water
• Almond milk – Coconut or soy milk are also good options. Dairy milk sometimes scorches in the instant pot so it’s best to use non-dairy milk.
• Vanilla extract – For flavor.
• Light brown sugar – Sweetens the oats just the right amount.
• Cinnamon – Adds some warm flavor.
• Salt – Enhances the other flavors.
• Peach preserves – Optional, but adds a lot of peach flavor to the oats.
• Butter – For richness and flavor.
• Heavy cream – You can also use half-n-half. Creates the “cream” portion of “peaches and cream”.
• Fresh peach slices – Optional, for serving.

A Few Notes on Steel Cut Oats

Here are a few important things to keep in mind about the oats when making this instant pot steel cut oatmeal.

Recipe Variations

Here are a few ways to adjust the taste and sweetness of your peaches and cream oatmeal.

• Adjust the sweetness level. For added sweetness, use peaches in heavy syrup. For less sweetness, use peaches in extra light syrup, or unsweetened.
• Add more peach flavor. If you are craving that ultra-sweet artificial peaches & cream flavor from the microwave packets, try adding a teaspoon of Torani peach flavored syrup to your bowl if you have it on hand.
• Can I use something besides almond milk? Dairy milk can scorch in the Instant Pot, that’s why this recipe was developed with dairy-free almond milk. Coconut or soy milk will work, as well. You can also cook oats in just water, but it won’t be as flavorful.
• Add some nuts. Try adding chopped almonds, pecans, or walnuts for extra crunch.
• Make it extra filling. Mix in plain protein powder after cooking for extra protein and long-burning energy.

How to Make Instant Pot Steel Cut Oatmeal

There are just about 5 minutes of prep for these oats – the instant pot does the rest! Here’s a summary:
(Scroll below to the printable recipe card for details and measurements.)

1. Drain the peaches. There should be 1/2 cup of liquid. If it’s less, add water or milk to reach 1/2 cup. Chop the peaches if you’re using sliced ones and set them aside.
2. Prepare the preserves. Microwave the peach preserves until they liquefy.
3. Combine the ingredients. Pour the peach can liquid, water, and almond milk into the pressure cooker. Add the steel cut oats, vanilla, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and preserves. Stir.
4. Cook. Pressure cook on high for 4 minutes, then allow it to naturally pressure release for 30 minutes.
5. Add the remaining ingredients. Stir in the butter and canned peaches, then the heavy cream. Taste test and add a pinch of salt or sweetener if needed.
6. Enjoy. Serve hot with fresh peaches.

What Instant Pot Should I Use?

I used my 6-quart Instant Pot for this recipe. If you have a smaller model, you should halve the recipe. If you use an 8-quart model, reduce the pressure cooking time by 1 minute to make up for the extra surface area in the pot.

Serving Suggestions

I serve my peaches and cream oatmeal topped with some fresh peaches when in season. You can add a sprinkle of cinnamon and/or brown sugar if desired as well, for some extra flavor. If you like your oatmeal with extra liquid, add a splash of milk or more cream when serving.

How to Store & Reheat Leftovers

• How to store leftovers. Since this recipe makes 6 servings, you may have some leftovers. Just store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
• How to reheat leftovers. Place them in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of milk. Cover with a damp paper towel and microwave for 60 seconds or until hot. Alternately, warm on the stovetop in a covered saucepan with a splash of milk, stirring frequently.

More Oatmeal Recipes:

• Blueberry Baked Oatmeal
• Carrot Cake Steel Cut Oatmeal
• Overnight Oats
• Banana Oatmeal Pancakes
• Oatmeal Cake

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