Description

A wholesome and comforting Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack. This recipe combines old-fashioned rolled oats with warm cinnamon, sweet apples, and hints of vanilla and maple syrup baked to a golden perfection. It’s dairy-free, uses natural sweeteners, and is easy to prepare, making it a delicious and healthy option for the whole family.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

2 cups rolled old-fashioned oats
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon sea salt
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed

Wet Ingredients

2 cups non-dairy milk (unsweetened vanilla almond milk preferred)
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
¼ cup maple syrup
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Fruit

1 cup diced apple, divided (¾ cup mixed into batter, ¼ cup for topping)
½ cup raisins

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray an 8×8 inch baking dish with non-stick spray to prepare for the batter.
Mix dry and wet ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the rolled oats, cinnamon, baking powder, sea salt, and ground flaxseed. Add the non-dairy milk, unsweetened applesauce, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Stir well until the mixture is fully incorporated and smooth.
Add fruit: Fold in the raisins along with ¾ cup of the diced apples to evenly distribute the fruit throughout the oatmeal batter.
Transfer to baking dish and top: Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup of diced apples over the top to add texture and flavor.
Bake the oatmeal: Place the dish in the oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
Cool and serve: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool slightly before serving. Optional enhancements include drizzling with almond butter, extra almond milk, or additional maple syrup as desired.
Storage and reheating: Store any leftover baked oatmeal in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, cover with foil and warm the whole dish in a 350°F oven for 20 minutes, or reheat individual portions in the oven or toaster oven for 5-10 minutes. You can also microwave individual servings for about 1 minute.

Notes

Using unsweetened vanilla almond milk adds subtle sweetness without extra sugar.
The ground flaxseed helps bind the ingredients and adds nutritional value.
Diced apples on top provide a lovely texture contrast to the soft baked oatmeal.
Feel free to substitute raisins with other dried fruits like cranberries or chopped dates.
This recipe is naturally dairy-free and vegetarian.
For a nuttier flavor, you can toast the oats lightly before mixing if desired.
Make sure not to overbake, as it can dry out the oatmeal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American