Description
This Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake is a wholesome and comforting breakfast dish packed with old-fashioned oats, fresh apples, and warm cinnamon. It’s naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey, making it a nourishing start to your day that’s easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep. The bake is soft, slightly crisp on top, and offers a delightful texture with optional crunchy nuts.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 large apple, diced
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy clean-up.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk of your choice, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the old-fashioned oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to the wet mixture until everything is well incorporated.
- Fold in Add-ins: Gently fold in the diced apples and chopped nuts, if using, for added texture and flavor.
- Pour & Spread: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the center is set and firm to the touch.
- Cool & Serve: Allow the bake to cool for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy it warm or refrigerate leftovers to reheat for a quick, nutritious breakfast.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute almond milk or another plant-based milk.
- You can replace maple syrup with honey or agave nectar depending on your preference.
- Add raisins or dried cranberries for extra sweetness and texture.
- Use gluten-free oats to make the dish gluten-free if needed.
- This bake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated easily.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of the bake)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: oatmeal bake, breakfast bake, healthy breakfast, apple cinnamon oats, baked oatmeal, easy breakfast recipe
