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Crockpot Maple Pecan Oatmeal

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This cozy crockpot maple pecan oatmeal is a creamy, comforting breakfast that cooks overnight in your slow cooker. Sweetened with real maple syrup and studded with toasted pecans, it’s perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, or feeding a crowd.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 4 cups milk (whole, almond, oat, or coconut milk)
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped (toasted optional)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons butter or coconut oil (optional)
  • Nonstick spray or extra butter/coconut oil for greasing slow cooker

Instructions

  1. Lightly spray the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick spray or rub with a little butter or coconut oil.
  2. Add oats, milk, water, maple syrup, chopped pecans, cinnamon, salt, vanilla extract, and butter or coconut oil (if using) to the crockpot. Stir to combine.
  3. Secure the lid and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours (overnight is ideal), or on HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  4. In the morning, check the texture. If too thick, stir in a splash of milk or water. If too thin, leave the lid off for 10-15 minutes and stir occasionally.
  5. Taste and adjust sweetness or salt as desired. Add more maple syrup or cinnamon if needed.
  6. Serve warm in bowls, topped with extra pecans, a drizzle of maple syrup, and any favorite toppings like berries, bananas, or Greek yogurt.
  7. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat with a splash of milk.

Notes

For best results, use old-fashioned oats. Steel-cut oats require 1 extra cup of liquid and 2 more hours of cooking. Toasting pecans before adding enhances flavor. Make it dairy-free with plant-based milk and coconut oil. Add fruit like apples or cranberries for variety. Leftovers thicken in the fridge; add milk when reheating. Recipe is very forgiving and customizable.

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