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Home » Breakfast » Slow Cooker Oats with Apples and Almonds

Slow Cooker Oats with Apples and Almonds

Posted by: Diabetic Foodie / Breakfast, Fall, Vegan / November 30, 2017

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Slow cooker oats with apples and almonds is everything you love about oatmeal without the fuss! Wake up to the smell of cinnamon wafting through the air.

Close-up of Slow Cooker Oats with Apples and Almonds in a small wooden bowl on top of an orange cloth napkin

I enjoy oatmeal for breakfast, especially when I work out before lunchtime. While I love the ease of overnight oats, once the weather turns cold, I find myself craving something warm for breakfast.

Enter these slow cooker oats with apples and almonds! Similar to overnight oats, you’ll prep the night before, then let it cook overnight. When you get up, a warm breakfast will be waiting for you!

Aside from how good these oats taste, I just love waking up to the smell of warm cinnamon wafting through the house. It’s such a mood booster to start the day.

Best of all, you only need 5 ingredients and a few minutes of prep to throw this recipe together. Trust me, your morning self will thank you!

How to make slow cooker oats with apples and almonds

Ready to see how easy it is to prep this hearty breakfast?

Step 1: Spray a slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2: Combine the oats and water in the slow cooker. Add the apples, almonds, and cinnamon.

Step 3: Cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours.

That’s it! Now, you can wake up to a hot, delicious, and nutritious breakfast waiting for you.

Tips and tricks for this recipe

A little cooking spray in your slow cooker makes cleanup much easier. Otherwise, a thin layer of oats will stick to the edge of the pot.

Want to play around with the ingredients? Try firm pears instead of apples or substitute walnuts or pecans in place of the almonds.

Or, if someone in your household doesn’t like nuts, leave them out of the slow cooker and add them to individual servings instead.

Are oats good for diabetes?

Short answer: yes! Even though oats are higher in carbs, they are still a great option for people with diabetes.

Besides being a good source of vitamins and minerals, oats are also an excellent source of fiber. This is what helps prevent a sharp spike in blood sugar because the fiber actually slows down the absorption of sugar in the intestines.

Want to learn more? Check out this article Is Oatmeal Good for People Living with Diabetes to get into even more detail!

Storage

This entire recipe is for 6 servings. So unless you’re feeding the whole family, you’ll probably have some leftover oatmeal.

Just transfer any extra to a container, allow it to cool completely, then cover and store in the refrigerator for up to five days.

When you’re ready to enjoy, I recommend adding a little water or milk before reheating on the stove, in the microwave, or in the oven.

Other make-ahead breakfast recipes

Meal-prepping breakfast is a great way to start your day on the right foot! It’s so nice to enjoy a nutritious breakfast no matter how busy your morning gets. Here are a few of my favorite breakfast recipes that can be made ahead of time!

  • Apple Spiced Overnight Oats
  • Overnight Porridge (Slow Cooker)
  • Oatmeal Muffins with Pumpkin Seeds and Nuts

And make sure you check out this round-up of my favorite 10 Diabetic Smoothie Recipes for even more easy ways to start your day the healthy way!

When you’ve tried this oatmeal, please don’t forget to let me know how you liked it and rate the recipe in the comments below!

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Slow Cooker Oats with Apples and Almonds
4 from 13 votes

Slow Cooker Oats with Apples and Almonds

Slow cooker oats with apples and almonds is everything you love about oatmeal without the fuss! Wake up to the smell of cinnamon wafting through the air.
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:7 hours
Total Time:7 hours 5 minutes
Author:Diabetic Foodie
Servings:6
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Ingredients

  • 1½ cups steel-cut oats
  • 3 cups water
  • 2 cups apples (chopped and peeled — I used Gala)
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Spray a slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Combine the oats and water in the slow cooker. Add the apples, almonds, and cinnamon.
    1½ cups steel-cut oats, 3 cups water, 2 cups apples, ¼ cup sliced almonds, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours.

Recipe Notes

This recipe is for 6 servings of oatmeal.
A little nonstick spray in the slow cooker will prevent the oats from sticking and make cleanup much easier.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Slow Cooker Oats with Apples and Almonds
Amount Per Serving (0.6 cup)
Calories 224 Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 3mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%
Carbohydrates 36g12%
Fiber 7g29%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 0IU0%
Vitamin C 0mg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Net carbs 29g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Diet: Diabetic
Keyword: oatmeal, slow cooker oats, slow cooker recipes
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  1. Holly says

    October 6, 2019 at 11:12 am

    I just made this for the first time.. worked out great.. just wondering what is the actual size of 1 serving?

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    • Shelby Kinnaird says

      October 10, 2019 at 4:28 pm

      Hi Holly – The recipe makes about 4 cups, so one serving is about 2/3 cup.

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  2. thediabeticsurvivor says

    November 7, 2018 at 12:14 pm

    5 stars
    Hello Shelby, thanks for this recipe! it was delicious and such a wonderful way to start the day. Cinnamon is the secret! (I love it with pears too so I will try to swap the apples next time). Plus 36g is not so much, I tried to split it in 2 small portions 🙂

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    • Shelby Kinnaird says

      November 8, 2018 at 11:05 am

      Glad you enjoyed it! I haven’t made this in a while. Now that apples are in season, it’s time!

      Reply
    • Kat Miller says

      March 10, 2019 at 2:52 pm

      How many servings does this yield? Also, reheating?

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      • Shelby Kinnaird says

        March 11, 2019 at 10:47 am

        Hi Kat – 6 servings (mentioned just before the ingredient list) and it reheats very well. Thanks for asking!

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