Description
Delicious and hearty Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal that combines the warmth of cinnamon-spiced oats with tender baked apples. Perfect as a wholesome breakfast or snack, this recipe balances natural sweetness with nutritious ingredients for a comforting meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk or milk alternative (such as almond, oat, or soy milk)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit
- 2 medium fresh apples, peeled, cored, and diced
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and dice the apples into small chunks to ensure they soften nicely during baking while maintaining some texture.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Whisk these together to evenly distribute the spices and leavening.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
- Bring It All Together: Add the wet ingredients to the dry oat mixture, then fold in the chopped apples. Stir gently until everything is thoroughly combined.
- Transfer and Bake: Pour the oatmeal batter into a greased baking dish, spreading evenly. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool slightly before slicing. This resting time helps it set perfectly for serving.
Notes
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or your preferred liquid sweetener.
- Use any milk alternative if you prefer a dairy-free version.
- Adding chopped nuts or raisins can add extra texture and flavor.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and can be reheated.
- For a vegan version, substitute eggs with a flax egg or other egg replacer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
