Apple Cinnamon Crock Pot Oatmeal Recipe With Steel-Cut Oats

Posted by: Jade Aubuchon in Hometown Recipes, Hometown Recipes, Santa Clarita Latest News January 7, 2026 - 8:00 am 0 1,041 Views

This apple cinnamon Crock Pot oatmeal recipe combines steel-cut oats, fresh apples, and warm spices for a creamy, satisfying breakfast made in the slow cooker.

Unlike rolled oats, steel-cut oats hold their texture while cooking, creating a hearty, make-ahead meal that’s perfect for busy mornings. Optional nuts and raisins add flavor and crunch to this comforting, family-friendly dish.

Apple Cinnamon Crock Pot Oatmeal

This recipe originally appeared on justapinch.com

Recipe from Debbie Thurmond, Shreveport, LA

Want a hearty and healthy breakfast? Make a batch of this apple cinnamon Crock Pot oatmeal. The steel cut oats keep their chewy texture after simmering in the slow cooker, unlike rolled oats that would become mushy. The final result is a creamy oatmeal filled with tender, yet crisp, cinnamon-spiced apples. We didn’t use the optional raisins, but did add chopped nuts and loved their crunch.

Ingredients

4 md tart baking apples, peeled and chopped
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
3/4 – 1 c packed brown sugar, to taste
8 c water
1 c milk
1 stick butter, room temperature
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 c raisins (optional)
2 c steel cut oatmeal
1 c chopped pecans, walnuts, or sliced almonds (optional)

See directions for apple cinnamon crock pot oatmeal

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