Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Steel-Cut Oats
A hearty and comforting breakfast or brunch dish made easy with your slow cooker. Enjoy warm, creamy steel-cut oats infused with the sweetness of apples and the warmth of cinnamon.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Steel-cut oats
- 3 cups Water
- 1 cup Apple cider
- 2 medium Apples (chopped) Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended
- 2 teaspoons Cinnamon
- 1/4 cup Maple syrup or honey to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Walnuts (chopped) Optional, for added crunch
Instructions
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine steel-cut oats, water, apple cider, chopped apples, cinnamon, maple syrup, and salt.
- Pour the mixture into your slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 5-6 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, or until oats are tender and creamy.
- Stir in chopped walnuts (if using) during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Taste and adjust sweetness as needed, adding more maple syrup if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For a richer flavor, use whole milk or cream instead of water. You can also add other spices like nutmeg or ginger. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.