Overnight Fruit and Nut Oatmeal for the Crock Pot

Wake up to the comforting aroma of **Overnight Fruit and Nut Oatmeal for the Crock Pot**, a wholesome and fuss-free breakfast for busy mornings! This recipe combines creamy steel-cut oats with a delightful blend of dried cranberries, raisins, chopped almonds, and walnuts, all infused with warm cinnamon and a hint of vanilla. Prepared effortlessly in a slow cooker, this oatmeal cooks gently overnight, yielding a perfectly rich and hearty texture by morning. Sweeten it naturally with brown sugar or honey and finish with fresh fruit for a personalized touch. With just 10 minutes of prep, this nutritious breakfast is perfect for meal prepping or satisfying the whole family. Ideal for oatmeal lovers searching for a cozy, slow-cooked recipe featuring dried fruits and nuts, this dish brings convenience and flavor to your mornings!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:420 mins

Total Time:430 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Steel-cut oats
• 4 cups Water
• 1 cup Milk (or milk alternative)
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup Raisins
• 0.25 cup Chopped almonds
• 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0 to taste Fresh fruit or honey (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Lightly grease the inside of your crock pot with non-stick cooking spray or a small amount of oil to prevent the oatmeal from sticking.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the dried cranberries, raisins, chopped almonds, chopped walnuts, brown sugar (if using), ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt.

Step 4

Set your crock pot to low heat and cover with the lid.

Step 5

Cook overnight for about 7 hours (or up to 8 hours, depending on your preferred consistency).

Step 6

In the morning, give the oatmeal a good stir before serving to mix in any ingredients that may have settled.

Step 7

Spoon the oatmeal into bowls and top with fresh fruit, honey, or any additional toppings of your choice.

Step 8

Serve warm and enjoy your hearty breakfast!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1740.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1887.1

Total Fat 61.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 12.0mg	0%
Sodium 175.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 301.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.2g	0%
Total Sugars 154.3g
Protein 49.5g	0%

Vitamin D 124.0IU	0%
Calcium 690.3mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 1696.3mg	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: 28.1%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 61.8%