Description
A warm and comforting baked oatmeal infused with sweet apples and cinnamon, perfect for breakfast or brunch. This easy-to-make dish is both nutritious and delicious, with a texture that’s soft yet slightly chewy.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- For the oatmeal base:
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 3/4 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the apple mixture:
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- For topping (optional):
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Additional maple syrup for drizzling
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, maple syrup, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until combined.
- In a separate bowl, toss diced apples with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Spread half of the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Layer the apple mixture evenly over the oats.
- Top with remaining oat mixture, spreading gently to cover apples.
- Sprinkle with chopped nuts if using.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and set.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle with additional maple syrup if desired.
Notes
For best results, use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated with a splash of milk. For a dairy-free version, use coconut oil and almond milk.