Slowcooker Overnight Cinnamon Apple Steel-Cut Oats

 

6 C. water

2 T. ground cinnamon

1 tsp. kosher salt

1/4 C. pure maple syrup

1 1/2 C. uncooked steel-cut oats

2 medium Gala apples, cored, seeded, and diced

4 T. salted butter

 

Add water, cinnamon, salt, and maple syrup to a 3-quart or larger slow cooker. Whisk until well combined. Gently stir in oats and apple. Place butter on top of oat mixture. Place lid on slow cooker and set to low for 8 hours. Stir well right before serving. Tips, Substitutions, Time-Savers, and More: For more texture, serve with something crunchy, like pecans, walnuts, or sliced almonds. Milk adds even more richness and flavor; just substitute half of the water for your milk of choice during cooking. And a drizzle of local honey or sprinkling of brown sugar on top adds a bit more sweetness. Don’t have Gala apples? Any apple variety can be substituted.