Description
A cozy and wholesome Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal recipe perfect for a comforting fall breakfast. This baked oatmeal combines oats, diced apples, warm cinnamon, and a touch of maple syrup, baked to golden perfection for a nutritious start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups old fashioned oats
- 1 3/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or milk of your choice)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup (can use brown sugar or honey)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil (slightly cooled)
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup diced apples (Honeycrisp recommended)
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Yogurt
- Nut butter
- Drizzle of maple syrup or honey
- Sprinkle of brown sugar
- Dash of cinnamon
- Splash of milk
- Apple slices
- Dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set it aside to prepare for the oatmeal mixture.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the old fashioned oats, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir them well to ensure even distribution of the spices and leavening agent.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the unsweetened vanilla almond milk, unsweetened applesauce, pure maple syrup, melted butter or coconut oil, beaten eggs, and pure vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until well incorporated. Gently fold in the diced apples to evenly distribute them throughout the mixture.
- Transfer and Bake: Pour the complete oatmeal mixture into the prepared greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes or until the oatmeal is set and the top is golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Top with your choice of whipped cream, yogurt, nut butter, a drizzle of maple syrup or honey, or any other preferred toppings.
Notes
- This easy baked oatmeal is a fall breakfast favorite that can be customized with your favorite fruits and toppings.
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut oil instead of butter and almond milk or another plant-based milk.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for a quick and nutritious breakfast.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup or brown sugar according to taste.
- Make sure to grease your baking dish well to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 259 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 217 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
