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!
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Recipe Information
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
- to taste Fresh fruit or honey (for serving, optional)
Instructions
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.
Add the steel-cut oats, water, and milk to the crock pot, stirring to combine.
Stir in the dried cranberries, raisins, chopped almonds, chopped walnuts, brown sugar (if using), ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt.
Set your crock pot to low heat and cover with the lid.
Cook overnight for about 7 hours (or up to 8 hours, depending on your preferred consistency).
In the morning, give the oatmeal a good stir before serving to mix in any ingredients that may have settled.
Spoon the oatmeal into bowls and top with fresh fruit, honey, or any additional toppings of your choice.
Serve warm and enjoy your hearty breakfast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1887 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.0 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 176 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 301.5 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.2 g | 133% | |
| Total Sugars | 154.3 g | ||
| Protein | 49.5 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 690 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1696 mg | 36% | |
*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.
