Description
This Slow Cooker Peanut Butter Oatmeal is a creamy, comforting breakfast option that combines hearty steel-cut oats with the rich flavors of peanut butter and a touch of brown sugar. Cooked low and slow, it delivers a perfectly tender texture and can be customized with a variety of delicious toppings like dried fruit, nuts, banana slices, or a dollop of jelly for added flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup steel-cut oats
- 4 cups milk of choice (almond milk recommended)
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- Additional peanut butter
- Dried fruit
- Mixed nuts
- Sliced banana
- Dollop of jelly
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, add the steel-cut oats, your choice of milk (almond milk suggested), creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir well until the brown sugar is fully dissolved and the peanut butter starts to incorporate with the other ingredients.
- Cook Slowly: Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for 6 to 7 hours, or alternatively cook on high heat for 3 to 3 1/2 hours. During this slow cooking process, the oats will soften and absorb the flavors, while peanut butter blends thoroughly to create a creamy texture.
- Finish and Serve: Once the oats are fully cooked and creamy, stir the mixture to evenly distribute the peanut butter. Serve warm, topping with your choice of additional peanut butter, dried fruit, mixed nuts, sliced banana, or a dollop of jelly for extra taste and texture.
Notes
- Steel-cut oats work best due to their hearty texture and ability to hold up during long cooking times without turning mushy.
- You can substitute milk with any plant-based milk or dairy milk according to your preference and dietary needs.
- For a sugar-free version, omit the brown sugar or replace it with a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup if cooking off heat.
- Be sure to occasionally check the liquid level if cooking on high to prevent burning, especially if your slow cooker runs hot.
- Add toppings just before serving to maintain their texture and flavor.
