Description
Start your day with a warm, comforting bowl of Healthy Apple Oatmeal Breakfast Bake. This delightful dish combines hearty rolled oats and sweet fresh apples, creating a wholesome breakfast that feels like a cozy hug in every bite. Perfect for chilly mornings, this easy-to-make recipe is not only nutritious but also versatile enough to enjoy as a snack or dessert. Customize it with your favorite nuts for added crunch and flavor!
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 2 medium fresh apples (e.g., Fuji or Honeycrisp), diced
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add almond milk and maple syrup; stir until well combined.
- Gently fold in diced apples to distribute evenly.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing into squares; serve warm with optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or vanilla extract. Swap out apples for pears or add dried cranberries for variety. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.
