Description
Warm, wholesome baked oatmeal featuring tender apples, aromatic cinnamon, and a hint of maple syrup, making it an ideal nutritious make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1½ cups milk
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 apple, diced
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375 °F (190 °C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt, distributing all the dry elements evenly.
- Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir well to combine thoroughly, ensuring the oats are fully coated.
- Fold in Apples: Gently fold the diced apples into the oat mixture, distributing them evenly throughout.
- Bake: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the oatmeal is set and lightly golden on top.
- Serve: Allow it to cool slightly before cutting into portions. Optionally, top with yogurt or an extra drizzle of maple syrup for added flavor.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, substitute part of the milk with unsweetened applesauce or yogurt.
- Add chopped nuts or raisins for texture and flavor variation.
- This baked oatmeal reheats well, making it perfect for meal prep breakfasts.
- To make it vegan, replace eggs with flax eggs and choose a plant-based milk.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
