Slow Cooker Cherry Almond Steel-Cut Oatmeal
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Ingredients
- 3/4 cup dried tart cherries
- 1 apple, peeled and grated (approx. 1 cup grated); or 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1-1/2 cups water
- 1 cup uncooked steel-cut oats
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1-1/2 tablespoons butter, cut into 5-6 pieces, optional (omit or substitute margarine for lactose-free, vegan)
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 tablespoon ground flax seed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional garnishes: toasted sliced almonds, maple syrup, additional almond milk or butter
Details
Servings 7
Preparation
Step 1
Coat inside of 3-1/2 quart (or larger) slow cooker with cooking spray. Add all ingredients (except optional toppings) to slow cooker.
Stir, cover, and cook on low for 7 hours.
Spoon oatmeal into bowls; add optional toppings, if desired.
Store leftovers in refrigerator. Freezes well.
To reheat single servings: Put 1-cup cooked oatmeal in microwave proof bowl. Add 1/3 cup almond milk. Microwave on high for 1 minute; stir. Continue cooking for another minute, or until hot.
Recipe can be doubled in 6-quart or larger slow cooker. Increase cooking time 1 hour.
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