Description

This Amish-Style Apple and Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal is a warm, comforting breakfast dish featuring old-fashioned rolled oats, fresh apples, and aromatic cinnamon. Baked to golden perfection, it’s naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey and enriched with milk and melted butter for a hearty and wholesome start to your day. Easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep, this baked oatmeal is an ideal option for cozy mornings.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt

Fruit

2 large apples, peeled, cored, and chopped

Wet Ingredients

2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
1 large egg
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices and leavening agent. Then stir in the chopped apples to evenly combine.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup or honey, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully blended.
Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredient mixture over the oat and apple mixture. Stir thoroughly to ensure all oats are coated and the apples are evenly dispersed. Let this mixture sit for 5 minutes so the oats can absorb the liquid, enhancing texture.
Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the combined oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread the mixture out evenly for uniform cooking.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes. The oatmeal is done when the top is golden brown and the mixture is set, no longer liquid in the center.
Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Serve warm, optionally adding toppings like extra maple syrup, nuts, or fresh fruit.

Notes

You can substitute the apples with pears or berries for different flavors.
Use plant-based milk and maple syrup to make the recipe vegan-friendly.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days and reheated in the microwave.
Adding a handful of chopped nuts or seeds on top before baking adds extra crunch.
For a gluten-free version, ensure oats are labeled gluten-free.