Description
This hearty and flavorful peanut butter oatmeal is the perfect “set it and forget it” breakfast. With diced apples, creamy peanut butter, and steel-cut oats, it’s a nutritious and satisfying way to start your day. Whether you’re rushing out the door or enjoying a lazy morning, this cozy oatmeal will fuel you up with its deliciously creamy texture and heartwarming flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup steel-cut oats
- 1 ½ cups almond milk
- 1 ½ cups water
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 apples (e.g., Honeycrisp), diced
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Pinch of salt
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Optional Toppings:
- Additional peanut butter
- Dried fruit
- Mixed nuts
Instructions
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Prepare the Ingredients:
Combine the steel-cut oats, almond milk, water, and peanut butter in the slow cooker. Stir until the peanut butter is fully incorporated. -
Add Apples and Sweetener:
Stir in the diced apples, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. -
Cook:
Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours, or on high for 3.5 to 4 hours, until the oats are tender and creamy. -
Serve:
Spoon into bowls and top with optional garnishes like peanut butter, dried fruit, or mixed nuts for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Customizations: Swap the apples for pears or bananas for a fruity twist, or add a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra warmth.
- Creamier Oatmeal: Stir in a splash of almond milk just before serving if you prefer a looser consistency.
- Make It Your Own: Add a scoop of protein powder or chia seeds for an extra nutritional boost.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of milk to refresh the texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 394
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg