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Crockpot oatmeal cooking in a slow cooker
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Homemade Crockpot Oatmeal

Creamy crockpot oatmeal made with simple pantry ingredients and cooked slowly for a smooth, comforting texture. This easy slow cooker method is ideal for make-ahead breakfasts and reheats well throughout the week.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories:
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 4 cups water or milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional Add-Ins:
  • Cinnamon
  • Vanilla extract
  • Maple syrup, honey, or brown sugar
  • Fresh or dried fruit
  • Nuts or seeds

Method
 

  1. Before You Begin
  2. Prepare your slow cooker and ingredients as needed. Cooking times and results may vary depending on your equipment and ingredients.
  3. Combine Ingredients
  4. Add oats, liquid, and salt to slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  5. Cook
  6. Cook on LOW until oats are soft and creamy:
  7. Rolled oats: 4–5 hours
  8. Steel-cut oats: 7–8 hours
  9. Stir
  10. Stir oatmeal well before serving. Add warm liquid if needed for desired texture.
  11. Serve
  12. Serve warm with toppings as desired.
  13. Cool & Store
  14. Allow oatmeal to cool slightly and refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

  • Use enough liquid to prevent sticking.
  • LOW heat produces the best texture.
  • Oatmeal thickens as it cools.
  • Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze portions for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave with added liquid until smooth and warmed through.