Description
This comforting apple cinnamon baked oatmeal is a nourishing, make-ahead breakfast that combines heart-healthy rolled oats, sweet diced apples, and aromatic warm spices. Baked to perfection, this dish offers a delightful cake-like texture with chewy edges and tender fruit. It is an efficient, pantry-friendly meal ideal for busy mornings, providing a healthy start for the whole family without the need for constant monitoring at the stove.
Ingredients
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 1/2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
2 large eggs
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups peeled and diced apples
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Add the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the wet ingredients and fold until incorporated.
Stir in the diced apples and the optional nuts.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
Remove from the oven and let it stand for 5-10 minutes to cool before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat individual servings in the microwave or oven. You can swap maple syrup for honey. For a gluten-free version, ensure your rolled oats are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: High Fiber Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 65mg