Description

This Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal is a warm, hearty breakfast perfect for cozy mornings. Made with rolled oats, diced apples, fragrant cinnamon, and a touch of maple syrup, this baked oatmeal combines comforting flavors with a wholesome texture. Topped with optional nuts and brown sugar for extra crunch and sweetness, it’s an easy, make-ahead recipe that serves eight and is sure to delight the whole family.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 cups rolled oats (not instant)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons melted butter (or coconut oil)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Additional Ingredients

2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional, for topping)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until evenly mixed.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, maple syrup, melted butter (or coconut oil), lightly beaten egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined to avoid overmixing.
Add Apples and Nuts: Fold in the diced apples and chopped walnuts or pecans, if using, ensuring even distribution.
Fill Baking Dish: Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Add Topping: Sprinkle the top with the optional brown sugar to add a caramelized sweetness during baking.
Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes until the oatmeal is set and the top is lightly golden brown. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
Cool and Serve: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool slightly before slicing and serving warm.

Notes

You can substitute the milk for any dairy-free alternative such as almond or oat milk.
Nuts are optional; you can omit them or replace with seeds if preferred.
Brown sugar topping adds sweetness and texture, but you can skip it for a less sweet version.
Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for a quick breakfast.
For added flavor, sprinkle extra cinnamon on top before baking.