Description
This delicious and comforting baked oatmeal recipe is perfect for a wholesome breakfast or snack. Made with rolled oats, milk, and natural sweeteners, it combines warm spices and fresh fruit for a nutritious and satisfying dish. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite fruits and nuts, this baked oatmeal is both hearty and healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup fruit (blueberries, bananas, or apples)
- 1/4 cup nuts or seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Whisk wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly to combine all components evenly.
- Add fruit and nuts: Gently fold in your choice of fruit and optional nuts or seeds, distributing them evenly through the mixture.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour the oatmeal mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly to ensure even baking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the oatmeal is set and the top turns golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy it warm for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by using any fruit and nuts you prefer or have on hand.
- For a vegan version, replace the egg with a flax egg or other egg substitute and use non-dairy milk.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days and reheated in the microwave.
- Add a splash of milk or yogurt when serving for added creaminess.
- This recipe is easily doubled for meal prep and freezing.
