Baked oatmeal with apples, cinnamon, and nuts for breakfast

Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake

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Why make this recipe

This Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake is warm, filling, and easy. It uses simple pantry ingredients and makes several servings. It works for busy mornings or a lazy weekend. For more morning ideas, you can check 10 easy breakfast ideas for more simple dishes.

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introduction

This bake mixes oats, apples, eggs, and a little sweetener. You bake it until golden. It is soft inside and slightly crisp on top. It keeps well and tastes good warm or cold. If you need a fast breakfast trick, see 5 minute breakfast hacks for extra quick tips.

how to make Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake

Follow the steps below in order. Use a bowl and a baking dish. Mix wet, add dry, fold in fruit, and bake.

Ingredients :

  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 ½ cups milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 large apple, diced
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions :

Preheat & Prep:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.

Mix the Ingredients:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  • Stir in oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Fold in diced apples and nuts (if using).

Bake:

  • Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.

Serve:

  • Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, or refrigerate and reheat for a quick breakfast.

how to serve Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake

Serve warm with a splash of milk, a dollop of yogurt, or extra maple syrup. You can add fresh fruit on top. For a side idea, serve with simple baked apples like a sweet fruit side; try the baked apples with feta and honey recipe for a different pairing at baked apples with feta, honey and cranberries.

how to store Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake

Cool completely before storing. Put leftovers in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat slices in the microwave for 30–60 seconds or warm in the oven. You can also freeze portions for up to 2 months; thaw in the fridge overnight.

tips to make Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake

  • Use firm apples so they hold shape when baked.
  • If you like it sweeter, add a little more maple syrup.
  • For dairy-free, use almond milk.
  • Chop nuts small so they mix well.
  • To save time, dice apples the night before.
  • For quick ideas on fast breakfasts, mix this bake with other quick tips from 5 minute breakfast hacks.

variation (if any)

  • Add 1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries for chew and sweetness.
  • Stir in 1/4 cup shredded coconut for texture.
  • Swap apples for pears for a softer, sweeter bake.
  • Make it vegan: use flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flax + 6 tbsp water) and a plant milk.

FAQs

Q: Can I use quick oats instead of old-fashioned oats?
A: Old-fashioned oats give better texture. Quick oats will make a softer, denser bake but will still work.

Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: Yes. Use certified gluten-free oats to make the recipe gluten-free.

Q: How do I know it is done baking?
A: The top will be golden and the center should be set. A toothpick in the center should come out mostly clean.

Q: Can I add other fruits?
A: Yes. Pears, berries, or chopped bananas work well. Adjust baking time if the fruit adds extra moisture.

Q: Can I cut the recipe in half?
A: Yes. Use a smaller baking dish and bake for slightly less time, checking at 20 minutes.

Conclusion

This Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake is simple, tasty, and flexible. For another take on baked oatmeal with warm spices and apples, see Apple and Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal | Mel’s Kitchen Cafe.

Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake

This Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake is warm, filling, and perfect for busy mornings or lazy weekends, made with simple pantry ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 ½ cups milk (or almond milk for dairy-free) Use almond milk for a dairy-free option
  • 1 large apple, diced Use firm apples for best texture
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup maple syrup or honey Add more for a sweeter taste
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) Chop small for better mixing

Method
 

Preheat & Prep
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
Mix the Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  2. Stir in oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Fold in diced apples and nuts (if using).
Bake
  1. Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
  2. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
Serve
  1. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, or refrigerate and reheat for a quick breakfast.

Notes

Cool completely before storing. Put leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat slices in the microwave for 30–60 seconds or warm in the oven. You can also freeze portions for up to 2 months; thaw in the fridge overnight.