Ever wondered why steel cut oats have a higher price tag than your standard rolled oats? After all, they come from the same oat groat - so what’s the deal?
The answer is all in how they’re made, how they cook, and the way they fuel your body. Let's break it down.
It Starts With the Milling Process
Steel cut oats aren’t just another version of oatmeal, they’re crafted differently. Instead of being steamed and rolled flat like traditional oats, steel cut oats are chopped into pieces using sharp steel blades. This keeps more of the oat’s natural texture intact, giving you that signature chewy bite.
But because they require a slower, more specialized milling process, they take longer (and more effort) to produce. More time and care in processing naturally mean a slightly higher price.
They’re Packed with More Nutrients
Steel cut oats hold on their whole-grain goodness better than more processed oats. That means more fiber, more protein and more of the natural oils that keep you full longer and help support balanced blood sugar. Because they take longer to digest, they provide sustained energy instead of a quick spike. Less processing = more nutrition.
That’s worth a little extra.
Good Things Take Time
Steel cut oats aren’t your grab-and-go instant oatmeal- they need time to cook. Simmering them on the stove brings out their rich, nutty flavor and hearty texture, making them a favorite among oatmeal lovers who appreciate a meal that truly satisfies. While they do take longer to prepare, that’s part of what makes them special. It’s the kind of breakfast that sticks with you and keeps you going all morning.
Farming Practices Matter
At Anthem Oats, we grow our oats the way our family has for five generations- using regenerative farming practices that protect the land and ensure future harvests are just as good as today’s. That means healthier soil, better crops, and an oat you can feel good about eating. Sustainable farming isn’t always the cheapest route, but it’s the right one, and it makes a real difference in the quality of our oats.
A Heartier Bite, A Richer Taste
Steel cut oats have a naturally heartier texture and a deeper, nuttier flavor than rolled oats. That’s what makes them so special-they’re not just another bowl of oatmeal; they’re an experience. Whether you cook them up fresh, soak them overnight, or make a big batch for the week, they’re the kind of oats that remind you why simple, wholesome food is always worth it.
Worth The Time, Worth The Taste
We believe good food starts with good farming- and good oats take time. Steel cut oats are about honoring the process, the land, and the simple satisfaction of a hearty, nourishing meal. Every bowl of Anthem steel cut oats carries the care of give generations of farmers, grown with integrity and milled with precision. They take longer to make, longer to cook, and yes, they cost a little more - but that’s because they’re made the way oats should be.
The way they always have been.
