White Mocha Slow Cooker Oatmeal

October 23, 2013

Have you fallen in love with Monday’s mocha oatmeal, yet? Well get ready, because here’s your second love: white mocha oatmeal. I’m pretty certain this week will go down in my blogger history (those are probably just called archives) as the week I ate nothing but caffeine. I promise, not everything I eat is full of coffee! Just my breakfasts 😉

White Mocha Slow Cooker Oatmeal

While mochas are fantastic, white mochas are more Josh’s style. He freaked out over the milk chocolatey version, so I figured I’d throw him a bone and make an oatmeal I knew would get him out of bed in the morning. It may be a little higher in sugar and you miss out on some of the health benefits of real chocolate, but it’s delicious and not everything can be perfect.

White Mocha Slow Cooker Oatmeal

If we want to split hairs, I could argue that this is almost healthy. It’s at the very least healthier than a real white mocha with all of its whole grains and fiber. If you’re looking for a real health punch, come back on Friday – I’ll be sharing a coffee inspired oatmeal complete with a vegetable!

White Mocha Slow Cooker Oatmeal

Author: Kelly Hutchinson

Serves: 4

Ingredients

1 c steel cut oats
2 c coffee, room temperature (see note)
1 c unsweetened almond milk or any low fat milk
1 c water
⅔ c white chocolate chips
Sweetener, to taste
Optional toppings: light whipped cream, strawberries, milk, a drizzle of caramel

Instructions

If food tends to stick in your slow cooker, spritz with nonstick spray.
Combine all ingredients except sweetener in a slow cooker and stir until well mixed.
Cook on low for approximately 8 hours.
Remove lid and stir. If you prefer a thicker oatmeal, turn to high and let cook, stirring occasionally, until desired thickness is reached.
Taste and add sweetener, if desired. I found my chocolate chips added enough sweetness on their own.
Serve topped with light whipped cream, chocolate shavings, strawberries, or whatever delicious flavors you can think of.

Notes

Allow coffee to cool to room temperature or your oats will not cook evenly. In a pinch, place your coffee in the freezer for 10 minutes or make an extra strong pot and dilute with ice cubes.
Decaffinated coffee will work just as well. Can sub out for water if you just want white chocolate oatmeal.
Nutritional estimate does not include any sweetener – I found it to be plenty sweet from just my chocolate chips, but adjust to your own tastes.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 240 Fat: 10g Carbohydrates: 31g Fiber: 3g Protein: 5g