I originally saw a recipe for overnight crockpot oatmeal at Turnips 2 Tangerines. She made a great version with cut up apples in it & it was delicious.
There’s only one problem. I’m a lazy cook.
I wanted to make an easier version (with no apple cutting) and still get a good result.
I made the recipe a couple more times, tweaking a couple ingredients. The result is this: Homemade Overnight Apple Cinnamon Crock Pot Oatmeal.
I love making this because:
- The house smells awesome while it’s cooking
- Very easy way to make a hot breakfast
- Makes a big amount that saves well & tastes just as good re-heated
- It’s healthy
Here’s how to make it:
Overnight Apple Cinnamon Crock Pot Oatmeal
1 cup steel cut oats (you must use steel cut oats because they’re the only kind that will work)
2 cups apple juice
2 cups milk
1/2 cup applesauce
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 cup water
pinch of salt
Directions:
Step 1: Coat your crock pot with some non stick spray or butter.
Step 2: Place all the above ingredients in the pot and then stir.
Step 3: Cook on low for 8-9 hours. {Yes it takes that long to cook but it’s totally worth it!}
If you happen to be up in the night, give the ingredients a quick little stir. In the morning some of the edges of the oatmeal that have been against the pot all night get a little crispy. I like the added “texture” but if you don’t like it you can remove it.
Quick tip: Pour a little french vanilla coffee creamer on top of your oatmeal. This adds a creamy flavor with a touch of sweetness & it’s simply divine!
Go ahead and make your own version of this with your favorite fruits! I’d love to hear the variations you come up with!
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By the way, *this is the crock pot I use
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Carrie,
Ever since you posted this recipe I have been wanting to try it! I always enjoy reading your easy recipes…I’m all for quick easy meals! Thanks for sharing!
Kalyn
I’m the biggest fan of easy meals! This is so easy to throw together and tastes so good in the morning. You’ll have to let me know what you think after you try it!
Carrie, this looks amazing! I feel like I can smell it from here! HAHA! Can’t wait to try this! Hope you have an awesome weekend! 🙂
Isn’t it funny how a picture can make you smell things? I hope you enjoy this oatmeal as much as I do!
Hi Carrie! Thanks for the mention:) I thought this was a fantastic recipe and there are so many different ways you could serve this. When the weather cools down a bit and the first chill is in the air I plan on experimenting with this recipe…..I’ll let you know what I come up with:) Thanks again~ Lynn @ Turnips 2 Tangerines
That’s one great thing about crock pot oatmeal–there’s so many variations we can come up with. Thanks for stopping by!
Ooh this looks AMAZING. Especially with the coffee creamer. YUM. Thanks for the recipe!
The coffee creamer really brings it to a whole new level! You should try it sometime. Thanks for visiting!
mmmm! I love oatmeal. This looks incredible!
xoxo, Jordan.
It tastes just as good as it looks!
This looks so yummy! I can imagine how wonderful it smells too!
Blessings,
Nici
It really makes the house smell heavenly as it cooks. I love waking up in the morning to that wonderful scent! Thanks for stopping by!