Big Batch Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
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Big Batch Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Description
This oatmeal recipe uses a combination of whole milk and water to create a creamy base without curdling. Old fashioned oats are simmered until tender, with cinnamon and nutmeg providing a warm spice profile. Chopped apples, preferably Granny Smith for tartness, are added partway through cooking to become soft but retain shape, adding texture and fruity flavor.
Brown sugar is stirred in to sweeten, and vanilla extract finishes the dish with a fragrant note. The oatmeal can be prepared in multiple ways including multi-cooker, stovetop, or slow cooker, each yielding a slightly different texture, with the slow cooker method producing creamier oats.
This large batch method is practical for meal prepping breakfast. The oatmeal keeps well refrigerated for up to five days and can be thinned with warm milk before serving if it thickens too much, allowing for easy reheating and portioning.
Ingredients
- 6 cups water
- 2 cups milk do not use skim or 2% milk, it may curdle, whole
- 4 cups old fashioned oats
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups apple I prefer granny smith, chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
Multi Cooker Instructions
- Place the multicooker on boil. Add water and milk, (use whole milk, lower fat milk may curdle). When the milk and water begins to simmer, add the oatmeal, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- When the oatmeal begins to boil add the chopped apple. Cook on a full boil for 7 to 8 minutes. Stir frequently, the oatmeal will scorch if you do not stir.
- Add brown sugar, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes more. Turn off the heat.
- Add the vanilla and stir in well.
Stovetop Instructions
- In a large pot, add water and milk, (use whole milk, lower fat milk may curdle). Cook on high. When the milk and water begin to simmer, add the oatmeal, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- When the oatmeal begins to boil add the chopped apple. Cook on a full boil for 7 to 8 minutes. Stir frequently, the oatmeal will scorch if you do not stir.
- Add brown sugar, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes more. Remove from heat.
- Add the vanilla and stir in well.
Slow Cooker Instructions
- Spray the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Add the water, whole milk, oats, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and chopped apples to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine. Do not add the brown sugar or vanilla yet.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until the oats are tender and have absorbed most of the liquid. Stir once or twice during cooking if possible, though it's not required.
- In the last 15 minutes of cooking, stir in the brown sugar until dissolved.
- Once cooking is complete, turn off the slow cooker and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving - the oatmeal will continue to thicken.
Notes
- Use whole milk to prevent curdling during cooking.
- The slow cooker method results in creamier, softer oatmeal than stovetop or multi-cooker methods.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
- If oatmeal thickens after storage, stir in warm milk to achieve desired consistency before reheating.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 172 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 172kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 221mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 180mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 75IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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