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Slow Cooker Pumpkin Oatmeal with Pears and Spices

Comforting Slow Cooker Pumpkin Oatmeal with Pears and Spices

Enjoy a warm bowl of Slow Cooker Pumpkin Oatmeal with Pears and Spices, a nutrient-packed breakfast delight perfect for any season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Letting Liquid Evaporate 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Oatmeal Base
  • 1 cup steel cut oats
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree unsweetened
  • 2 pears diced pears ripe
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ginger
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon cloves
For Seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Liquid
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup milk plant-based for dairy-free option

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare all your ingredients by dicing the pears and measuring the oats.
  2. Combine the oats, pumpkin puree, diced pears, spices, salt, and vanilla in the slow cooker.
  3. Add the water and milk, stirring gently to mix everything together.
  4. Cover and set the slow cooker to cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours.
  5. Check for thickness; leave the lid off for an additional 15-30 minutes if needed.
  6. Serve warm in bowls, adding toppings of your choice like nuts or maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 7gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust sweetness with honey, agave, or brown sugar as desired. Use airtight containers for storage to keep flavors intact.

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