6 Grain Breakfast in the Crock Pot
Wake up to the ultimate wholesome start with this creamy and satisfying 6 Grain Breakfast in the Crock Pot, a slow-cooked medley of steel-cut oats, quinoa, millet, barley, brown rice, and amaranth. This nutrient-packed recipe combines hearty whole grains with milk (or your favorite non-dairy alternative), a touch of maple syrup, fragrant vanilla, and warming cinnamon for a naturally sweet and aromatic breakfast. Simply set it on low in your slow cooker before bedtime, and wake up to a ready-made, perfectly cooked breakfast. Customize it with optional mix-ins like chopped nuts, dried fruits, or fresh fruit toppings to suit your morning cravings. Ideal for busy mornings, meal prep, or gatherings, this crock pot grain bowl serves six and keeps well for reheating throughout the week. Enjoy this nourishing dish as your go-to overnight breakfast recipe that’s as convenient as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup steel-cut oats
- 0.5 cup quinoa
- 0.5 cup millet
- 0.25 cup barley
- 0.25 cup brown rice
- 0.25 cup amaranth
- 4 cups milk (or non-dairy milk of choice)
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 0.5 cup dried fruits (optional, e.g., raisins, cranberries, or chopped apricots)
- 1 cup fresh fruit (for topping, optional)
Instructions
In a 4 to 6-quart crock pot, combine the steel-cut oats, quinoa, millet, barley, brown rice, and amaranth.
Add the milk, water, maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt to the crock pot. Stir to mix well.
If desired, stir in the chopped nuts and dried fruits for added texture and sweetness.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to low heat. Cook for 6 to 7 hours, or overnight, until the grains are soft and creamy.
Once cooked, stir the mixture to combine evenly and check the consistency. If it’s too thick, add a little more hot water or milk and stir until the desired texture is achieved.
Serve hot, and top with fresh fruit, additional nuts, or a drizzle of maple syrup, if desired.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of milk or water to loosen the consistency.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2911 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.0 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 2332 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 489.8 g | 178% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.3 g | 158% | |
| Total Sugars | 155.2 g | ||
| Protein | 101.1 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.0 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 1569 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 3326 mg | 71% | |
*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.
