Baked Oatmeal Recipe: Your Cozy Breakfast Hero
A warm, comforting breakfast perfect for busy mornings. This baked oatmeal is hearty, customizable, and naturally sweetened with fruit and a hint of maple. Make ahead and enjoy all week long!
Ingredients
- Rolled oats – 2 cups
- Baking powder – 1 tsp
- Ground cinnamon – 1 tsp
- Salt – 1/4 tsp
- Milk – 2 cups any type
- Egg – 1 large
- Maple syrup – 1/4 cup
- Vanilla extract – 1 tsp
- Melted butter or coconut oil – 2 tbsp
- Chopped nuts or berries – 1/2 cup optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, maple syrup, vanilla, and melted butter.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in nuts or berries if using.
- Pour mixture into the prepared dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35 minutes or until golden and set in the center.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use dairy-free milk and oil to make it vegan.
- Add mashed banana or applesauce for extra moisture and flavor.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for later.
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