Delicious Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bake (Printable)
Warm oatmeal studded with apples, cinnamon and maple for a cozy, easy morning bake.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
07 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based alternative)
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil)
10 - 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
11 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
→ Fruit
12 - 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
13 - 1/3 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish thoroughly with butter or non-stick spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly mix together the rolled oats, chopped nuts, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted unsalted butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour the liquid mixture over the oat mixture and stir until well combined. Gently fold in diced apples and dried fruit.
05 - Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
06 - Place the dish in the oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the oatmeal is set in the center.
07 - Remove the dish from the oven and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally topped with extra milk or yogurt.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- It transforms a handful of humble pantry ingredients into pure comfort without a fuss.
- If you’re short on time in the morning, leftovers reheat beautifully and taste just as cozy the next day.
02 -
- One time I skipped greasing the pan, and trust me, prying out sticky corners is not how you want to start your morning.
- I used to mix everything together too vigorously, but folding gently keeps the apples distinct and the texture just right.
03 -
- Let the bake cool a bit before serving—it holds together better and gives the flavors time to mingle.
- A light drizzle of maple syrup at the end makes a world of difference in how cozy breakfast feels.