SLOW COOKER PUMPKIN SPICE OATMEAL

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while providing a nutty flavor.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: flaxseeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Flaxseeds provide healthy fats and are often cheaper.

pumpkin puree

🥗Healthier: homemade pumpkin puree

💰Cheaper: canned pumpkin

Canned pumpkin is usually more affordable and convenient.

Boil water in a medium saucepan over high heat.

Add rolled oats and a pinch of salt to the boiling water.

Reduce heat to medium and cook oats for 5-7 minutes until creamy.

Stir in pumpkin puree, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.

Remove from heat and add vanilla extract.

Serve warm, topped with walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and raisins.

Drizzle with maple syrup if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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