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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Recipe Information
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)
Instructions
Spray the inside of your crock pot lightly with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
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.
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.
When ready to serve, give the oats a gentle stir to combine any separated liquid.
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.
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
Calories |
1035 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.6 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 777 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.3 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 97.0 g | ||
| Protein | 27.6 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 507 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1596 mg | 34% | |
*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.
