Deluxe Crock Pot Oatmeal

Wake up to the warm and inviting aroma of **Deluxe Crock Pot Oatmeal**, a hearty and customizable breakfast that's as convenient as it is delicious. This slow-cooked recipe features wholesome steel-cut oats simmered overnight with creamy milk, a hint of vanilla, and a touch of brown sugar for natural sweetness. Infused with warm cinnamon and topped with a mix of crunchy nuts, chewy dried fruit, and fresh fruit, each bite is a perfect balance of flavor and texture. Prep it in just 10 minutes, let the slow cooker do the work while you sleep, and enjoy a ready-to-eat, nourishing breakfast to jumpstart your day. Perfect for meal prepping or feeding a crowd, this easy crock pot oatmeal can be tailored to your taste, whether you prefer dairy or non-dairy milk or an extra drizzle of sweetener on top. Say goodbye to rushed mornings and hello to a warm bowl of comfort!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:490 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup steel-cut oats
• 3 cups water
• 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or sweetener of choice)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts)
• 0.25 cup dried fruit (e.g., raisins, cranberries)
• 0.5 cup chopped fresh fruit (e.g., apples, bananas)
• 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil (optional, for creaminess)

Directions

Step 1

Lightly grease the inside of the crock pot with non-stick spray or a small amount of butter to prevent sticking.

Step 2

Add the steel-cut oats, water, and milk to the crock pot, and stir to combine.

Step 3

Mix in the brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly distributed.

Step 4

If desired, stir in the butter or coconut oil for added creaminess.

Step 5

Add the chopped nuts, dried fruit, and fresh fruit evenly on top, but do not stir them in. This will allow the flavors to infuse as the oatmeal cooks.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to cook on LOW for 7-8 hours, or HIGH for 3-4 hours, depending on your schedule.

Step 7

When the oatmeal is done, give it a good stir to incorporate all ingredients evenly.

Step 8

Serve warm, and top with additional nuts, fruit, or sweetener as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1364.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1350.0

Total Fat 45.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 51.4mg	0%
Sodium 727.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 206.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.6g	0%
Total Sugars 80.2g
Protein 35.4g	0%

Vitamin D 109.1IU	0%
Calcium 577.3mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 1146.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.9%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 59.9%