Description
This Amish-style apple and cinnamon baked oatmeal is a comforting and hearty breakfast option that’s perfect for meal prep. With a blend of warm spices, sweet apples, and crunchy nuts, it’s a delicious way to start your day.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup maple syrup or brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-Ins:
- 1½ cups diced apples (peeled if desired)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and baking powder.
- Whisk wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Combine and bake: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, fold in apples and nuts, then spread the mixture in the baking dish. Bake for 35–40 minutes until set.
- Cool and serve: Let the baked oatmeal cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- This dish is great for meal prep—reheat individual servings in the microwave.
- Add raisins or dried cranberries for extra sweetness, or top with yogurt or cream.
