Quaker® has been making the oats you love for over 140 years, so we know a thing or two about this fiber-containing cereal grain. From seed to spoon, Quaker® ensures each 100% whole grain kernel is treated with care at our milling facility (the largest in the world) in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. After being processed, oats are hulled and steamed, before being rolled or chopped! They are then ready for oat lovers to cook, bake, eat and enjoy.

The biggest difference between steel cut and old fashioned oats comes down to texture. Old fashioned oats (also called rolled oats) are flat and flakey, which means they cook quickly. They’re a great choice for baking because of how absorptive and versatile they are. Traditional Steel cut oats take 3-5 minutes to prepare. A coarser and chewier bite than old fashioned, steel cuts are great for cold winter mornings.

Quaker® oats can complement every type of meal. Our 100% whole grain oats can be blended, baked, cooked, or soaked overnight. Oats can be enjoyed with dried fruit, warming spices, creamy yogurts, crunchy nuts or even a fried egg if you want something savory. But the possibilities don’t end there! Smoothies, cookies, meatloaf—oats can be added to whatever recipe you want.