Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.33 cup

brown sugar

2 tsp

ground cinnamon

1 tsp

ground nutmeg

2 unit

Granny Smith apples

peeled, cored, and sliced 1/4 inch thick

0.75 cup

dried cranberries

0.25 cup

butter

cut into pieces

2 cup

regular rolled oats

2 cup

water

1 cup

apple juice

1 cup

cranberry juice

0.25 tsp

salt

0.75 cup

candied walnuts

(optional)

Step 1
~44 min

In a bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Step 2
~44 min

Add sliced apples and cranberries to the sugar mixture, tossing to coat evenly.

Step 3
~44 min

Pour the apple and cranberry mixture into a slow cooker.

Step 4
~44 min

Top with butter pieces.

Step 5
~44 min

In a separate bowl, mix rolled oats with water, apple juice, cranberry juice, and salt.

Step 6
~44 min

Pour the oat mixture over the apple mixture in the slow cooker. Do not stir.

Step 7
~44 min

Cover the slow cooker.

Step 8
~44 min

Cook on Low for 8 hours.

Step 9
~44 min

Stir the oatmeal before serving.

Step 10
~44 min

Spoon the oatmeal into bowls.

Step 11
~44 min

Top with candied walnuts, if desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a creamier oatmeal, add a splash of milk or cream before serving.

Adjust the amount of brown sugar to your desired sweetness level.

Toast the walnuts before adding them for a more intense nutty flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped the night before and cooked overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt or whipped cream.

Add a sprinkle of chopped nuts or seeds.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Bacon
Sausage

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A popular holiday breakfast in many American families.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Christmas
Holiday
Breakfast
Brunch

Popularity Score

70/100

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