Crock Pot Oatmeal Recipe With Steel Cut Oats
Description
If you're looking for a hearty and healthy breakfast to start your day off right, look no further than this crock pot oatmeal recipe with steel cut oats. Steel cut oats are made from the whole oat groats or kernels, which have been cut into pieces. This means that they take longer to cook than rolled or quick oats, but they are much nuttier and chewy in texture. If you have the time, steel cut oats are the way to go for a delicious and nutritious breakfast.
This crock pot oatmeal recipe is the perfect way to make steel cut oats without having to spend the extra time standing over the stove. All you need to do is mix together the oats, liquid, and spices before you go to bed, and they'll be ready to go when you wake up. The slow cooker does all the work, so you can start your morning off with a warm and comforting bowl of oatmeal.
Prep Time
This crock pot oatmeal recipe only takes about 5 minutes to prepare. All you need to do is mix together the oats, liquid, and spices before popping it in the slow cooker. After that, you can just leave it to cook overnight and wake up to a warm and hearty breakfast.
Cook Time
Steel cut oats take a bit longer to cook than rolled oats, so this recipe requires a longer cook time. It will take approximately 8-10 hours in the slow cooker, but it's worth the wait!
Ingredients
- 2 cups steel cut oats
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Spray the inside of the slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
- Combine oats, water, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt in the slow cooker. Stir until combined.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until oats are tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in raisins (if using).
- Serve with desired toppings and enjoy!
Equipment
- Slow cooker
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
Notes
For a creamier oatmeal, you can use a combination of water and milk. You can also use almond milk, coconut milk, or your favorite non-dairy milk. You can also add in other ingredients such as dried fruit, nuts, or seeds for added flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 225
- Total Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 95mg
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugars: 10g
- Protein: 6g
Recipe Tips
- For a sweeter oatmeal, add a bit of honey or maple syrup before serving.
- Toppings are a great way to add flavor and nutrition to your oatmeal. Try adding fresh or dried fruit, nuts, seeds, yogurt, or nut butter.
- To make this recipe vegan, simply use your favorite non-dairy milk.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.
- Leftover oatmeal can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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