Overnight Maple & Brown Sugar Oatmeal
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4.6
Overnight Maple & Brown Sugar Oatmeal
Description
This oatmeal uses steel cut oats cooked in a slow cooker for 7-8 hours on low heat, allowing the oats to absorb the liquid fully and develop a tender but slightly chewy texture. Maple syrup and brown sugar contribute sweetness, while cinnamon adds warm spice notes. The inclusion of dried blueberries is optional, bringing natural fruity sweetness and color.
The long cooking time produces a creamy consistency without stirring frequently, and the oats retain integrity better than rolled or quick oats would under these conditions. This recipe allows flexibility in the amount of water used, depending on whether the oatmeal will be served with added milk or eaten as is.
The cooked oatmeal can be portioned and refrigerated for up to 3-4 days, then reheated as needed, maintaining a ready-to-eat status for multiple meals.
Ingredients
- 6-8 cups water see note
- 2 cups steel cut oats
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup light brown sugar packed
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup dried blueberries optional
Instructions
- Lightly coat the inside of a 4-5 quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
- Combine all the ingredients in the slow cooker and stir.
- Cook for 7-8 hours on low. Stir thoroughly before serving with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon. Serve immediately.
- The leftover oatmeal can be portioned into tupperware-like containers and refrigerated to be reheated and enjoyed for 3-4 days.
Notes
- Steel cut oats are necessary for this recipe; quick or rolled oats will not hold up to slow cooking.
- Adjust the water quantity based on personal preference for oatmeal consistency and if you plan to add milk when serving.
- Leftover oatmeal can be refrigerated for 3-4 days and reheated.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6-8 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 Serving | |
| Calories | 348kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 69g | 23% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 214mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.6
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