Steel-Cut Oats with Berry Coulis
With the help of two powerful appliances—the Instant Ace Plus Blender and the Instant Pot—it’s a snap to put a warming breakfast on the table. The blender transforms raspberries and strawberries into a smooth coulis, while the Instant Pot prepares perfectly cooked steel-cut oats. Add your favorite toppings, such as whole fresh berries, granola or toasted coconut, for a nutritious morning meal.
Ingredients
For the berry coulis:
- 2 cups (8 oz./250 g) raspberries
- 2 cups (8 oz./250 g) strawberries, stemmed and quartered
- 2/3 cup (5 oz./155 g) sugar
- 2/3 cup (5 fl. oz./160 ml) room-temperature water
- 1 Tbs. fresh lemon juice
- 2 Tbs. cornstarch
- 6 Tbs. (3 fl. oz./90 ml) cold water
For the oats:
- 1 cup (6 oz./185 g) steel-cut oats
- 3 cups (24 fl. oz./750 ml) water
For the toppings:
- 2 cups (8 oz./250 g) mixed berries, such as raspberries, blueberries and sliced strawberries
- 1 cup (4 oz./125 g) granola (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup (1 1/2 oz./45 g) toasted coconut flakes
- Honey for drizzling
Directions
To prepare the berry coulis, in an Instant Ace Plus Blender, stir together the raspberries, strawberries, sugar, room-temperature water and lemon juice. Cover with the lid and press the “soup” function and “setting 1” at 212°F (100°C). After the timer beeps, remove the lid. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until a paste forms. Add it to the blender, lock the lid into place and blend for 30 seconds. Set aside.
Meanwhile, prepare the oats: Lightly spray an Instant Pot with nonstick cooking spray. Combine the oats and water in the Instant Pot. Cover the pot with the lid, lock the lid into place and turn the valve to “sealing.” Set the Instant Pot to cook at high pressure for 15 minutes. When the cooking is complete, let the pressure release naturally. Carefully remove the lid and stir the oat mixture until smooth and blended.
Divide the oats evenly among 4 bowls. Top with the berry coulis, mixed berries, granola, coconut flakes and a drizzle of honey and serve immediately. Serves 4.
Williams Sonoma Test Kitchen