Overnight Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal

By amberwherley

Ingredients

• Non-stick cooking spray
• 2 large tart apples (such as Granny Smith or Pink Lady), chopped
• 1 1/2 cups skim milk
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 cup whole grain oats
• 3 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon (more or less to your taste)
• 2 tablespoons milled/ground flaxseed
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• Additional Toppings
• 1/4 cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries)
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, pecans)

Preparation

Step 1

Spray a 3 1/2 quart or larger slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Combine chopped apples, milk, water, oats, sugar, butter, and flax- stirring to combine. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours (overnight). Stir in 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt into the oatmeal just before serving.

If desired, serve with additional toppings (1 tablespoon dried fruit and 1 tablespoon chopped nuts, each)

Nutritional Information:


Calories: 321; Fat: 13 g; Carbohydrate: 46 g; Fiber: 6 g; Protein: 7 g