Description
This Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake is a delightful and nutritious way to start your day. Filled with hearty oats, sweet apples, and warm spices, it’s a satisfying breakfast that can be made ahead for busy mornings.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or butter
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch or similar baking dish.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt.
- Whisk wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil.
- Combine and bake: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined. Fold in the diced apples and nuts if using. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Cool and serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- This bake is delicious served warm with a drizzle of maple syrup or a dollop of Greek yogurt.
- Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in the microwave.
- You can substitute pears for apples or add raisins for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
