Crock Pot Hot Whole Grain Cereal
Wake up to the comforting aroma of a hearty, nutrient-packed breakfast with this Crock Pot Hot Whole Grain Cereal. Perfect for busy mornings, this easy overnight recipe combines a wholesome medley of steel-cut oats, quinoa, and millet, enriched with superfoods like chia seeds and ground flaxseed. Sweetened naturally with a touch of maple syrup or honey and spiced with warm cinnamon, this creamy cereal delivers rich flavor and a boost of nutrition. Simply set your slow cooker before bed, and you'll have a warm, ready-to-serve breakfast waiting for you when you wake up. Customize each bowl with your favorite toppings—fresh fruit, crunchy nuts, or a drizzle of syrup—for a versatile meal the whole family will love. Plus, leftovers can be conveniently reheated for a quick, healthy breakfast throughout the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Steel-cut oats
- 0.5 cup Quinoa
- 0.5 cup Millet
- 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 4 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or your preferred milk)
- 2 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional)
- 0.5 cup Fresh or dried fruit (optional)
Instructions
Lightly coat the inside of your crock pot with non-stick cooking spray or use a crock pot liner to prevent sticking.
In the crock pot, combine the steel-cut oats, quinoa, millet, ground flaxseed, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Add the almond milk, water, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract. Stir everything together until well combined.
If you'd like to include optional mix-ins like chopped nuts or dried fruit, add them now. Fresh fruit can be added just before serving.
Cover the crock pot and set it to cook on low for 7-8 hours, or overnight.
In the morning, give the cereal a good stir to combine any separated liquids and grains. Adjust sweetness if desired by adding a bit more maple syrup or honey.
Serve hot in bowls with your favorite toppings, such as fresh fruit, additional milk, a sprinkle of nuts, or a drizzle of syrup.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat with a splash of milk or water to loosen the consistency.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2142 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.9 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3117 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 318.4 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.0 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.1 g | ||
| Protein | 65.7 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.0 mcg | 50% | |
| Calcium | 2166 mg | 167% | |
| Iron | 18.6 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 1771 mg | 38% | |
*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.
