Description
Warm and comforting oatmeal apple breakfast bake with tender oats, juicy apples, cinnamon, and a touch of maple. Mix in one bowl, bake, and enjoy for cozy mornings or easy meal prep.
Ingredients
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 1/2 cups milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
1 large apple, diced
2 eggs
1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Butter or oil for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a medium baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla until smooth.
3. Stir in oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until coated.
4. Fold in diced apple and nuts, if using, until evenly distributed.
5. Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
6. Bake 30–35 minutes, until the top is golden and the center is set.
7. Cool 5 minutes, slice, and serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers and reheat as needed.
Notes
Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for the best texture.
For extra moisture and apple flavor, stir in 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce.
Make it dairy-free with almond or oat milk. Make it nut-free by skipping nuts or using seeds.
Add-ins: 1/3 cup raisins, cranberries, or dark chocolate chips.
Storage: Refrigerate up to 5 days. Freeze slices up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or a 300°F (150°C) oven.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice