Slow Cooker (Apple Cinnamon Oats)

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Mornings can be hectic, so this make-ahead recipe means one less thing you need to do before you start your day! If you’re looking for a delicious apple cinnamon oatmeal recipe, look no further than this!

These overnight oats are totally worth the wait and are a great way to fuel your body for the day. The next time you’re wanting to make a hearty and delicious oatmeal recipe, this is the way to do it!

If you love this recipe, then you’d like more breakfast recipes like this, Farmers Market Ham & Egg Breakfast Casserole (No Bread!), or you may also enjoy these Easy Blueberry Oatmeal Bars.

A bowl of food on a blue plate, with Apple and Cinnamon

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Why you’ll love this Apple Oatmeal Recipe

It pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee
You’ll love the added flavor of the chopped apples
It’s easy to add to meal plans since it’s a simple way to make a delicious breakfast that will feed a crowd

Ingredients

Steel cut oats – Don’t use quick oats for this recipe. You need old-fashioned oats so that they cook in the slow cooker properly.
Water – Just a little bit of tap water is needed.
Fresh apple cider – You can also use apple juice.
Apples – Choose sweet apples for this steel-cut oats recipe. You can use Fuji apples or any type of apples that you want. Fresh apples are key!
Honey – This is a great option for added sweetness.
Ground cinnamon – You can also toss in some cinnamon sticks if you want.
Ground nutmeg – Excellent for flavor and perfect for enhancing with nutmeg flavors.
Ground allspice – This adds a hint of warmth to the taste.
Salt
Pecans – These are optional, but I’m a big fan of adding them.
Maple syrup – Perfect for a topping to drizzle onto your bowl of healthy oatmeal.

How To Make This Healthy Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Recipe

See recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements!

Add oats, water, cider, apples, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt to greased or lined slow cooker crock and stir to combine.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours. Actual cooking time will vary depending on your slow cooker, so check for doneness after 5 hours and adjust cooking time accordingly.
To serve, allow cooling slightly before spooning into bowls and topping with fresh chopped apples, pecans, and some real maple syrup if desired.

Storing Leftovers

This apple-cinnamon oatmeal recipe is a great recipe to cook and then store for later. Make sure that you add the leftovers to an airtight container and keep it stored in the fridge.

Substitutions

Add a little brown sugar – One easy way to add sweetness is to add some sugar to your bowl.

Sprinkle in some protein powder – You can up the amount of protein in this recipe by adding a scoop or protein powder.

Mix in some peanut butter – Everyone loves the taste of peanut butter!

Add other fresh fruit – Apples are great but you can add berries if you’d like!

FAQs

Is apple and cinnamon oatmeal good for you?

When it comes to healthy eating, starting your day off with easy oatmeal recipes like this one is a great way to get some real food in your belly and give you fuel for the day.

Is Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal good for weight loss?

Eating oatmeal can be the perfect way to balance a healthy lifestyle with flavor. Be mindful of the list of ingredients that you use. Oatmeal is a great way to feel full so that you’re less likely to snack all the time.

A bowl of food on a plate, with Oats and Apple

What to Serve With Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal

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