Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake Recipe
This Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake is a wholesome and comforting breakfast dish combining old-fashioned oats, diced apples, and warm cinnamon. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey, it’s a nutritious and easy-to-make baked oatmeal that’s perfect for busy mornings. Optional nuts add a delightful crunch, making it a delightful way to start your day with fiber, protein, and delicious fall flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 ½ cups milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
- 1 large apple, diced
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish to ensure your oatmeal bake doesn’t stick after baking.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk (or almond milk), maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the old-fashioned oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt, ensuring all dry ingredients are fully incorporated into the wet mixture.
- Fold in Add-ins: Gently fold in the diced apple and optional chopped nuts, distributing them evenly through the batter for bursts of flavor and texture.
- Pour & Spread: Transfer the mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly to promote uniform baking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top turns a golden brown and the center is set, indicating it’s fully cooked.
- Cool & Serve: Allow the bake to cool for about 5 minutes before serving warm. Alternatively, refrigerate leftovers and reheat for a quick, nutritious breakfast option.
Notes
- Substitute almond milk or other plant-based milk to make this dairy-free.
- Use fresh or dried apples, but adjust moisture accordingly if using dried.
- Walnuts or pecans add crunch but can be omitted or replaced with other nuts or seeds.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in the microwave for about 30-60 seconds before serving.
- For a vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs (2 tbsp flaxseed meal + 6 tbsp water).
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