Description
This Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake is a wholesome, comforting morning dish blending hearty oats, fresh apples, warm cinnamon, and optional nuts and dried fruit. Baked to golden perfection, it’s an effortlessly healthy breakfast option that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Add-ins
- 2 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking dish or a similar-sized dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute all ingredients.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, eggs, and melted butter until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until fully combined to form the base batter.
- Fold in Add-ins: Gently fold in the chopped apples, and if desired, add the chopped nuts and dried fruit to add texture and sweetness.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly to ensure even baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the top turns golden brown and the bake is set in the middle.
- Cool Slightly: Remove from the oven and allow the bake to cool for a few minutes to set fully and make it easier to slice.
- Serve: Serve warm, optionally drizzling with additional maple syrup or topping with yogurt for extra flavor.
Notes
- Use either dairy or non-dairy milk based on dietary preferences or restrictions.
- Walnuts, pecans, raisins, and dried cranberries are optional but add great texture and flavor.
- For gluten-free option, ensure oats are certified gluten-free.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.
- This dish is great served warm and can be customized with other dried fruits or nuts.
