Description
This Cinnamon Apple Baked Oatmeal is a warm, wholesome, and comforting breakfast perfect for fall and winter mornings. Packed with hearty oats, sweet apples, and crunchy pecans, it’s naturally sweetened with maple syrup and scented with cinnamon. This make-ahead casserole can be prepared the night before and baked fresh in the morning, making it an ideal and nourishing start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups old fashioned oats
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup maple syrup (OR brown sugar)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 2 cups chopped apple
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir these dry ingredients well to evenly distribute the spices and leavening agent. Next, add the milk, unsweetened applesauce, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly, breaking up the eggs to create a uniform batter. Finally, fold in the chopped apples and pecans, ensuring they are evenly dispersed throughout the mixture.
- Add to a casserole dish: Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking. Pour the oat mixture into the prepared dish and spread it out evenly so it bakes uniformly.
- Chill the dish: Cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap or a clean towel and place it in the refrigerator overnight. This resting time allows the oats to absorb the liquids fully, enhancing the texture and flavor of the baked oatmeal.
- Bake the dish: The following morning, remove the chilled dish from the refrigerator. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the oatmeal for 35 to 40 minutes, or until it is set in the center and the top has turned a beautiful golden brown. Once baked, transfer the casserole dish to a cooling rack and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. This helps the oatmeal firm up for clean, neat serving pieces.
Notes
- Cinnamon Apple Baked Oatmeal is a simple and delicious make-ahead breakfast that saves time on busy mornings.
- For added texture and flavor, try swapping pecans with walnuts or adding a handful of raisins.
- This recipe can be made gluten-free by using certified gluten-free oats.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.
- For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs and use plant-based milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 107 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 44 mg
