Sous Vide Oatmeal: Temperature & Time Guide
Oatmeal always scorches or clumps on the stove. Sous vide in jars at 185°F gives perfectly creamy, evenly hydrated oats, ready when you are.
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| Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 | A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking. | View → |
| Instant-read meat thermometer | Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork. | View → |
Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
Editor’s PickA circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
- + On-device temperature control
- + 1100W heats fast
- + Recipe library for temps
- − Premium price
- − Some app features paywalled
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Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork.
- + Verifies actual temperature
- + Cheap insurance
- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
Combine 1 part steel-cut or rolled oats with 3 parts milk or water in jars, cook at 185°F for 45 minutes (steel-cut) or 20 (rolled). Stir once mid-cook. Add fruit, nuts, or maple at the end.
FAQ
What temperature for sous vide oatmeal?
185°F (85°C) for 45 minutes for steel-cut, 20 for rolled.
Can I make overnight oats this way?
Yes — sous vide warms them through for a hot, creamy version of overnight oats.
Do the jars need venting?
No — just leave headroom and don't seal completely tight.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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