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Slow Cooker Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

Cozy Slow Cooker Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal for Fall Mornings

This Slow Cooker Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal is a warm, vegan, and gluten-free breakfast perfect for autumn mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Steel-Cut Oats Don’t substitute with rolled oats for best results.
  • 2.5 cups Water You can use vegetable broth for added flavor.
  • 1.5 cups Unsweetened Almond Milk Swap with any non-dairy milk if preferred.
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree Fresh puree works too.
For Sweetness and Spice
  • 3 tablespoons Maple Syrup Feel free to replace with honey or agave syrup.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla extract is recommended for best taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Use a mix of your favorite spices if desired.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon Can be omitted for those with allergies.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Adjust as needed for sodium-restricted diets.
For Serving
  • Chopped Pecans Can be substituted with walnuts or omitted for nut allergies.
  • Maple Syrup and Almond Milk Optional toppings for extra flavor and creaminess.

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Generously coat the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, add steel-cut oats, water, almond milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Set Cooking Time: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or set it for 7 hours.
  4. Stir and Serve: Stir the oatmeal in the morning and serve warm, topped with chopped pecans, maple syrup, and almond milk.
  5. Store Leftovers: Allow leftovers to cool before storing in a sealed container in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This oatmeal is great for meal prepping; make a big batch and enjoy throughout the week.

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