Description
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Oatmeal is a cozy, flavorful breakfast made with steel-cut oats, pumpkin puree, and warm spices. It simmers overnight for a hands-off, ready-to-eat meal that’s perfect for busy mornings or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 cup steel-cut oats
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp nutmeg, 1/4 tsp ginger, 1/4 tsp cloves)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Optional toppings: chopped nuts, dried cranberries, fresh fruit, extra maple syrup
Instructions
- Grease the inside of your slow cooker to prevent sticking.
- Add steel-cut oats, pumpkin puree, milk, water, maple syrup, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until oats are tender and creamy.
- Stir well before serving. Add extra milk to loosen if needed.
- Top with your favorite toppings and serve warm.
Notes
Use plant-based milk for a dairy-free version.Stir in chopped apples or raisins for extra flavor.Add chopped pecans or walnuts in the last 30 minutes for a nutty crunch.This recipe can be doubled — use a larger slow cooker.Store leftovers in the fridge or freezer for quick breakfasts later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg