# Apple Cinnamon Slow Cooker Oatmeal

**Source:** @theminimedietitian  
**Suitable for:** Babies 6mo+ (see notes below)

You'll also wake up to a house smelling like apple cinnamon 🍎🍂 goodness!

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## Ingredients

* **1 large apple** (or 2 small), diced *(Honeycrisp recommended)*
* **2 cups** rolled oats
* **3 cups** milk of choice
* **1 Tbsp** honey
* **2/3 cup** unsweetened applesauce
* **1 1/2 tsp** vanilla extract
* **1 Tbsp** cinnamon

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## Instructions

### Overnight Method (Slow Cooker)
1. Coat the crock pot with non-stick spray.
2. Combine all ingredients in the crock pot.
3. Cover and set to **"Keep Warm"** for **8–9 hours** overnight.

### Daytime Meal-Prep Option
* Cook on **Low** for **2–3 hours**.  
* *Note:* Reduce milk by **1/2 cup** (use 2 1/2 cups total) for this method.

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## Tips & Serving Suggestions

* **Consistency:** Add a few splashes of milk when ready if the oatmeal is too dry or thick once done (and when reheating!).
* **Toppings:** Top with almond butter or chopped pecans for adults/older kids, or mix nut butter directly into the oatmeal for little ones.

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## 👶 Baby-Friendly Modifications (6mo+)
* **Under 9 months:** Remove skin from apples and consider mashing apple chunks into the oats.
* **Under 12 months:** Omit honey.