Description
Wake up to a cozy bowl of creamy oatmeal infused with apples and cinnamon, perfect for busy mornings and chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3 medium apples, chopped (your choice of variety)
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 4 cups milk or dairy-free alternative
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and chop the apples into bite-sized pieces.
- 2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In the slow cooker, mix rolled oats, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- 3. Add Apples & Sweetener: Stir in the chopped apples along with maple syrup or brown sugar until evenly distributed.
- 4. Pour in Milk: Add milk (or dairy-free alternative) over the mixture until all ingredients are covered.
- 5. Set It Up: Cover the slow cooker and set it on low for 6-8 hours.
- 6. Serve & Enjoy: Once done, stir well and serve warm. Top with additional apples or nuts if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating nuts like walnuts or pecans. You can substitute apples with pears or add pumpkin spice for a seasonal twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days; reheat with a splash of milk.