Name: Slow Cooker Oatmeal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American

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Slow Cooker Oatmeal

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Place the first 4 ingredients in a crock pot and stir to combine.

Cook the oatmeal on low heat for 2-6 hours (the amount of time can vary depending on your crock pot. Some crock pots that don’t have non stick surfaces can get hotter then others). Oatmeal will stay warm overnight.

Stir in desired accompaniments and serve.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Perfect Liquid Ratio 💧
Use a 1:3 ratio of steel cut oats to total liquid (milk and water combined) for creamy, not mushy, oatmeal. Adjust slightly based on your slow cooker's evaporation rate after your first batch.
Toast Your Oats First 🔆
Dry toast the steel cut oats in a skillet for 2-3 minutes before adding to the slow cooker to enhance their nutty flavor and prevent a gluey texture.
Low and Slow Timing ⏱️
Cook on LOW for 7-8 hours overnight rather than HIGH to prevent scorching on the edges and ensure even, creamy cooking throughout.
Cinnamon Strategy 🤎
Split your cinnamon between the cooking liquid (½ teaspoon) and as a topping (additional ¼ teaspoon) to layer the flavor and keep the top fresh and aromatic.
Stir-In Toppings Technique 🥄
Reserve fresh berries and delicate toppings to add just before serving rather than cooking them in; this preserves their texture, color, and nutritional value.