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Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Overnight Oatmeal

This easy slow cooker oatmeal is a no-fuss breakfast solution, made with just four wholesome ingredients. Perfect for busy mornings, it cooks overnight into a creamy, comforting dish that's ready when you wake up.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Healthy, Make-Ahead, Slow Cooker, Vegetarian
Cuisine American
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 191 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup steel-cut oats not instant or quick oats
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup milk any kind (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
  • Add steel-cut oats, water, milk, and ground cinnamon to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  • Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours overnight, or until oats are tender and creamy.
  • Stir well before serving. Top with your favorite fruits, nuts, or sweeteners if desired.

Notes

To avoid sticking, use a slow cooker liner or cook in a water bath using a heatproof bowl inside the slow cooker.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlsCalories: 191kcalCarbohydrates: 30.5gProtein: 7.3gFat: 4.8gSaturated Fat: 1.8gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 28mgFiber: 4.6gSugar: 3.3g
Keyword 4-ingredient, easy, oatmeal, overnight, slow cooker