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Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Breakfast Bake - Cozy, Make-Ahead Morning Comfort

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick oats)
  • 1 1/2 cups milk (dairy or unsweetened almond, oat, or soy)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 medium apples, peeled and diced (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala work well)
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup or honey
  • 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • Optional add-ins: 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, 1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries
  • Optional topping: extra cinnamon, a drizzle of maple syrup, or Greek yogurt for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven: Set it to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or similar.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to evenly distribute the spices.
  3. Whisk the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk milk, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla, and melted coconut oil or butter.
  4. Combine and fold: Pour the wet mixture into the dry and stir until combined. Fold in the diced apples and any optional nuts or dried fruit.
  5. Transfer to the dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon on top if you like.
  6. Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the center is set and the edges are golden. A knife inserted in the center should come out mostly clean.
  7. Rest and serve: Let it cool for 10 minutes to set. Slice and serve warm with a spoonful of yogurt or a splash of milk.