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Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bake Recipe

Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bake Recipe
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This Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bake is a wholesome and comforting breakfast dish featuring rolled oats soaked in milk, mixed with tender diced apples, warm cinnamon and nutmeg spices, and lightly sweetened with maple syrup. Baked to a golden finish and optionally enriched with nuts or seeds, it’s perfect for a nutritious start to your day or a cozy brunch option.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups (240g) rolled oats
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt (optional)
  • ¼ cup (30g) chopped nuts or seeds (optional)

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 cups (720ml) milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup (120ml) maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted melted butter or substitute

Fruit

  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the oatmeal mixture.
  2. Prepare Apples: Peel, core, and dice 2 medium apples into small chunks for even distribution and softness after baking.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 3 cups rolled oats, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, ½ teaspoon nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to uniformly distribute the spices.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together 3 cups milk, 2 eggs, ½ cup maple syrup or honey, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons melted butter until fully combined.
  5. Assemble Mixture: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl, stirring thoroughly to soak the oats. Fold in the diced apples and nuts or seeds if using.
  6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) baking dish and spread the oatmeal mixture evenly in it.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes until the oatmeal is set, golden on top, and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Cool and Serve: Let the oatmeal bake cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with additional milk or yogurt if desired.

Notes

  • Use rolled oats for best texture; quick oats can make the bake mushy.
  • You can substitute apples with pears or berries for variation.
  • Use almond, soy, or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
  • Maple syrup provides a rich flavor, but honey or agave nectar can be used alternatively.
  • For a vegan bake, substitute eggs with flax eggs (1 tablespoon flaxseed meal + 3 tablespoons water per egg).
  • Add a pinch of salt to balance sweetness if desired.
  • Chopped nuts or seeds are optional but add nice crunch and nutrition.

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