Crock Pot Steel Cut Oats
Wake up to a warm, wholesome breakfast with Crock Pot Steel Cut Oats, the ultimate make-ahead meal for busy mornings. This recipe combines hearty steel cut oats with creamy milk, a touch of cinnamon, and a hint of brown sugar or maple syrup for a naturally sweet and nourishing start to your day. The magic happens overnight as the crock pot effortlessly transforms these simple ingredients into a rich, velvety porridge. Customize your bowl with toppings like fresh fruit, crunchy nuts, or a drizzle of syrup for endless flavor possibilities. Perfect for meal prepping, this easy slow cooker oatmeal recipe is dairy-free and features a hands-off cooking method that ensures you'll wake up to a healthy, hot breakfast every time.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup steel cut oats
- 3.5 cups water
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy, such as almond or oat milk)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 cup chopped nuts or seeds (optional, for topping)
- 0.5 cup fresh or dried fruit (optional, for topping)
Directions
Step 1
Spray the inside of your crock pot lightly with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Step 2
In the crock pot, combine the steel cut oats, water, milk, brown sugar or maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir well to mix.
Step 3
Place the lid on the crock pot and set to low heat. Cook for 7-8 hours, or until the oats are creamy and tender. Avoid stirring during cooking.
Step 4
When ready to serve, give the oats a gentle stir to combine any separated liquid.
Step 5
Spoon the steel cut oats into bowls and top with your favorite garnishes, such as chopped nuts, fresh or dried fruits, or an extra drizzle of maple syrup.
Step 6
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat with a splash of milk or water to loosen the texture.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1349.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1034.7 |
| Total Fat 29.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 20.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 777.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 172.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 97.0g | |
| Protein 27.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 100.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 506.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1596.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories