Description
This Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake is a wholesome and flavorful dish perfect for a cozy morning meal. Combining hearty oats, sweet apples, and warm spices, this baked oatmeal is a comforting delight that can be enjoyed fresh out of the oven or reheated for a quick and nourishing breakfast throughout the week.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and chopped)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, maple syrup, egg, vanilla, and melted butter.
- Combine and Bake: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the chopped apples and nuts, if using. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bake cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with milk or yogurt.
Notes
- Serve warm with a splash of milk or a dollop of yogurt.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days and reheated in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
