Description
This Pumpkin Apple Baked Oatmeal is a cozy, nutrient-packed breakfast perfect for fall and beyond. Combining creamy pumpkin purée, diced apples, warm spices, and wholesome rolled oats, this baked dish offers a comforting start to your day with natural sweetness from maple syrup and a delightful cinnamon sugar topping. Easy to prepare and gluten-free friendly, it’s a healthy, hearty option that can be served with additional maple syrup or Greek yogurt for extra indulgence.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened pumpkin purée
- 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
Additional Ingredients
- 1 apple (diced)
- 1 1/2 tablespoon sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×9 inch or similarly sized baking dish thoroughly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin purée, almond milk (or milk of choice), egg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients: To the wet mixture, add the rolled oats, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, allspice, and ground cloves. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly. Fold in the diced apple pieces gently into the batter.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and ground cinnamon. This mixture will be sprinkled on top for a sweet, spiced crust.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar topping evenly over the surface.
- Bake the Oatmeal: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the oatmeal is set.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the baked oatmeal rest for about 10 minutes. This helps it firm up for easier serving. Serve warm, optionally topped with extra maple syrup or a dollop of Greek yogurt for added creaminess.
Notes
- Use gluten-free rolled oats to make this recipe gluten-free.
- For vegan version, substitute the egg with a flax or chia egg and use plant-based milk and maple syrup.
- Add chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
- The recipe can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated before serving.
- Adjust spices to your preference; increase cinnamon for a stronger warm spice flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American