Name: Crock Pot Apple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oats
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 480 min
Total time: 490 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup Steel cut oats; 3.5 cups Water; 2 large Apples, peeled and diced; 1 tsp Ground cinnamon; 0.25 tsp Ground nutmeg; 0.25 tsp Kosher salt; 2 tbsp Pure maple syrup; 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract; 1 tsp Butter or coconut oil

"This comforting breakfast features nutty steel cut oats slow-cooked with fresh crisp apples, warm cinnamon, and a hint of maple syrup. It is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it morning meal that fills your home with the aroma of autumn."

Ingredients

Qty	Item
1 cup 170 g	Steel cut oats
3.5 cups 830 ml	Water
2 large 300 g	Apples, peeled and diced
1 tsp 2.6 g	Ground cinnamon
0.25 tsp 0.5 g	Ground nutmeg
0.25 tsp 1.5 g	Kosher salt
2 tbsp 30 ml	Pure maple syrup
1 tsp 5 ml	Pure vanilla extract
1 tsp 5 g	Butter or coconut oil

How to Make Crock Pot Apple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oats

Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with butter or coconut oil to prevent the oats from sticking to the sides.

Add the steel cut oats, water, diced apples, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and maple syrup into the slow cooker insert.

Stir all the ingredients well to ensure the spices and sweetener are evenly distributed.

Cover with the lid and set the slow cooker to cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours. This is best done overnight.

In the morning, turn off the slow cooker and remove the lid. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Give the oats a vigorous stir to incorporate any excess liquid and break up the softened apples into the porridge.

Serve warm, topped with extra milk, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of honey if desired.

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For the best texture, use firm apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji so they do not completely disintegrate.
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To make cleaning even easier, use a slow cooker liner or a heavy coating of non-stick spray.
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If the oats are too thick in the morning, simply whisk in a splash of warm milk or water until you reach your desired consistency.
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If you have a very hot-running slow cooker, consider using a timer to cook for 7 hours instead of 8 to prevent burning on the edges.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use rolled oats or quick oats instead?

No, rolled and quick oats will turn into mush during the long cooking process. Steel cut oats are essential for this recipe because they maintain their structure.

Can I use milk instead of water?

Yes, but be cautious as milk can scald or burn to the bottom during an 8-hour cook. A 50/50 mix of water and almond milk is a safer alternative.

How long can I store the leftovers?

You can store leftover oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat with a splash of liquid.

Can I cook this on the High setting?

Yes, you can cook it on High for 3 to 4 hours, but the Low setting is recommended for the best creamy texture.

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