Description
Start your day with a warm and comforting Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake that combines the wholesome goodness of oats with the sweetness of apples and a hint of cinnamon. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekends, allowing you to enjoy a nutritious breakfast without the hassle. Packed with fiber and protein, this baked dish is not only delicious but also versatile—great for customizing with your favorite nuts or toppings. Whether you’re serving it at a family brunch or enjoying it solo, this delightful bake promises to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 ½ cups milk (or almond milk)
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 large apple, diced
- Optional: ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Stir in oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until fully coated.
- Gently fold in diced apple and optional nuts.
- Pour the mixture into the greased dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
- Allow cooling for 5 minutes before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg