Description
This cozy Baked Apple Oatmeal is a warm, comforting breakfast dish featuring tender apples, crunchy walnuts, and a blend of cinnamon and nutmeg. Baked to golden perfection and served with a dollop of creamy yogurt and a drizzle of honey, it offers a wholesome and hearty way to start your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats (about 12 oz.)
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon, plus more for sprinkling
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/8 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 4 Tbsp. (1/2 stick) butter, melted, plus more, softened, for pan
- 2 large eggs
- 3 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/4 cup honey, plus more for drizzling
- 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 2 small tart apples (about 12 oz.; such as Granny Smith), cored, peeled, and chopped (about 1 3/4 cups)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
For Serving
- Plain yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13″-by-9″ or 3-quart baking dish generously with softened butter to prevent sticking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, kosher salt, and freshly grated nutmeg until evenly combined.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk the eggs, whole milk, honey, pure vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth and well blended.
- Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Fold in the chopped tart apples and chopped walnuts evenly throughout the batter.
- Transfer and bake: Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes until the oatmeal is set, golden brown on top, and the apples are tender.
- Cool and serve: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool for about 20 minutes to thicken slightly. Serve warm topped with a spoonful of plain yogurt, drizzle with extra honey, and sprinkle with additional cinnamon if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds based on preference or dietary needs.
- For a dairy-free option, use almond or oat milk and a plant-based butter substitute.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.
- Adding a handful of raisins or dried cranberries can give a sweet and chewy texture.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, soak the oats in the milk mixture for 10 minutes before combining with dry ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/8th of recipe)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
