There is something especially comforting about a dish made from just a handful of pantry staples, and these slow cooker Amish cinnamon butter noodles fit that bill beautifully. They bring together tender egg noodles, plenty of butter, and a gentle shake of cinnamon for a sweet-and-savory side that feels right at home on a plain Midwestern supper table. Recipes like this have the practical, old-order spirit I have always admired: simple ingredients, little fuss, and flavor that lingers in your memory long after the plates are cleared.
Serve these noodles alongside baked ham, pork chops, roasted chicken, or even a simple sausage patty for a hearty meal. They are also lovely with applesauce, green beans, buttered peas, or a crisp cucumber salad to balance the richness. If you are setting out a comfort-food spread, a warm dinner roll and a glass of cold milk or sweet tea make everything feel complete.
Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Amish Cinnamon Butter Noodles
Servings: 6
Ingredients
12 ounces egg noodles
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
3 cups water
Directions
1. Lightly butter the inside of your slow cooker crock, then add the dry egg noodles, melted butter, ground cinnamon, and water. Stir well so the noodles are evenly coated and the cinnamon is distributed throughout the liquid.
2. Cover and cook on low for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring once or twice during cooking, until the noodles are tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
3. Uncover, give the noodles one final stir, and let them sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly. Spoon onto plates and serve warm, making sure each portion gets plenty of that buttery cinnamon coating.
Variations & Tips
Sweeter Table Noodles: If your family likes this dish leaning a little more toward dessert, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons of brown sugar during the last 15 minutes of cooking. It melts into the butter and gives the noodles a gentle caramel note.
Salted Butter Shortcut: If all you have on hand is salted butter, go right ahead and use it. The slight saltiness can be mighty nice here, since it balances the cinnamon and keeps the dish from tasting flat.
Keep an Eye on the Liquid: Slow cookers can vary quite a bit from one kitchen to the next. If the noodles seem dry before they are tender, add a splash of hot water. If they look too loose at the end, simply let them rest uncovered for a few minutes and they will settle nicely.
Make It a Full Meal: For a heartier supper, serve these noodles beside sliced ham or smoked sausage. That sweet buttery flavor pairs especially well with savory meats, which is one reason this kind of old-fashioned dish has stayed around so long.