"Cozy Homemade Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide healthy fats with a similar crunch.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds flavor and is dairy-free.

Grease the crockpot with butter or oil to prevent sticking.

Add rolled oats to the crockpot.

Pour in water and milk, stirring to combine.

Chop apples and add them to the mixture.

Sprinkle in brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt, mixing well.

Add vanilla extract and stir until evenly distributed.

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or overnight.

In the morning, stir the oatmeal to combine ingredients.

Serve warm, drizzling with maple syrup if desired.

Top with walnuts and raisins before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens