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Overview
Sous vide oatmeal cooks quietly while you get the rest of breakfast ready. Use the shorter time for distinct, chewy oats or the longer time for a softer, creamier bowl.
Time and temperature
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| Texture | Bath setting | Cook time | Longest time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creamy | 194°F | 2 hours | 10 hours |
| Thick & Scoopable | 194°F | 2 hours 30 minutes | 10 hours |
Choose the time that matches the texture you want. Start timing when the bag goes into the fully heated water bath, and read the Cook safely section before serving.
Choose your texture
- 194°FCreamy
- Soft, creamy oats ready for fruit, nuts, brown sugar, or maple syrup.
Best for
- Steel-cut oats
- Rolled oats
- 194°FThick & Scoopable
- A thicker, scoopable bowl with a little more chew.
Best for
- Baked oats
Get it ready
- Stir the oats and water together in a clean heat-safe jar or food-safe bag.
- Leave a little room for the oats to expand, then close the container.
- Keep the jar upright or the bag fully submerged while it cooks.
Finish and serve
- Open the jar or bag as soon as the cook time ends.
- Stir well, adding a splash of hot water if the oatmeal is thicker than you like.
- Spoon into a bowl, add your favorite toppings, and serve right away.
Useful tips
- Choose the Creamy option for porridge with a gentle bite; choose Thick & Scoopable when the oatmeal should hold its shape while staying moist.
- Steel-cut oats suit either option, while rolled oats are listed specifically with the creamy result. Keep the selected oat type consistent when comparing texture between cooks.
Cook safely
Use dry oats, water, and clean equipment. Open the bag or jar as soon as the cook ends, spoon the oatmeal into a bowl, and serve it right away. These instructions do not cover cooling, storing, or reheating the sealed package.