Oatmeal Apple Breakfast Bake
This comforting oatmeal apple breakfast bake is a perfect way to start your day, packed with wholesome oats, sweet apples, and warm spices. It's easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings.
Equipment
- Oven
- 8x8 inch baking dish
- Large bowl
- Whisk
- Medium bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats not instant
- 2 medium-sized apples cored and diced (Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji work wonderfully)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups milk dairy or non-dairy like almond or oat milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- chopped nuts pecans, walnuts
- dried cranberries
- maple syrup a drizzle of
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
Mixing
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: rolled oats, diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, baking powder, and salt, ensuring apples are well coated.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter or coconut oil, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir gently until just moistened, being careful not to overmix.
Baking & Serving
- Evenly pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, sprinkling optional toppings like nuts or dried fruit over the top if desired.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown and liquid is absorbed; a knife inserted in the center should come out mostly clean.
- Let the bake rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.
Notes
For extra flavor, toast the oats lightly before adding them to the dry ingredients. You can also add a pinch of cardamom for a unique twist. This bake is delicious served warm with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a spoonful of apple butter.