Description
Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal is a warm and wholesome breakfast combining tender baked oats with fresh apples and warm cinnamon spices. This easy-to-make recipe offers a perfectly spiced, lightly sweetened dish that is nourishing and customizable, ideal for meal prep or cozy mornings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
- 2 medium fresh apples, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon powder (natural)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (natural)
- 1 1/4 cups plant-based milk of choice (almond, oat, or soy milk work well)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
Optional Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cooked smoked turkey bacon bits
- Chopped walnuts or pecans, as garnish
- Additional maple syrup (natural) for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish to prevent the oatmeal from sticking and to ensure clean edges.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, cinnamon powder (natural), baking powder, and natural gelling agent. Stir evenly to distribute the flavors and support the desired texture.
- Stir in Wet Ingredients: Add plant-based milk, maple syrup (natural), vanilla extract (natural), and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) to the dry mix. Stir until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add Apples and Optional Smoked Turkey Bacon: Fold in the thinly sliced fresh apples. If desired, also fold in the cooked smoked turkey bacon bits for a savory contrast.
- Bake Until Golden and Set: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
Notes
- Use fresh apples for the best moisture and natural sweetness.
- Do not overbake; monitor to keep a soft and creamy texture inside.
- Allow the baked oatmeal to cool slightly before serving so it firms up nicely.
- Choose your preferred plant-based milk such as almond, oat, or soy for creaminess and flavor.
- Thinly slice apples to ensure even flavor distribution and cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: apple cinnamon baked oatmeal, gluten free oatmeal, vegan baked oats, healthy breakfast, cozy breakfast recipe