Recipe adapted from The Yummy Life
Slow Cooker Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal
Makes 7 (3/4 cup) servings
Ingredients:
- 2 apples, peeled, cored, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (2-1/2 to 3 cups chopped)
- 1-1/2 cups fat-free milk (or substitute non-diary alternative like almond milk)
- 1-1/2 cups water
- 1 cup uncooked steel-cut oats
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or substitute maple syrup or other desired sweetener)
- 1-1/2 tablespoons butter, cut into 5-6 pieces (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon ground flax seed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional garnishes: chopped nuts, raisins, maple syrup, additional milk or butter
Directions:
- Coat inside of 3-1/2 quart (or larger) slow cooker with cooking spray. Add all ingredients (except optional toppings) to a slow cooker. Cook on low for 6 or 7 hours, checking them for desired consistency.
- Spoon oatmeal into bowls; add optional toppings, if desired. Store leftovers in the refrigerator. Freezes well.
Pro Tips:
- To reheat single servings: Put 1-cup cooked oatmeal in a microwave-proof bowl. Add 1/3 cup fat-free milk. Microwave on high for 1 minute; stir. Continue cooking for another minute, or until hot.
- The recipe can be doubled in a six-quart or larger slow cooker. Increase cooking time 1 hour.
Nutritional Info per 3/4 cup serving: 149 calories, 3.6g fat, 27.3g carbs, 3.9g fiber, 4.9g protein
