Description
This Healthy Baked Apple Oatmeal is a nutritious and delicious breakfast option featuring wholesome rolled oats, tender apples, crunchy pecans, and warming spices. Baked to golden perfection, it’s easy to prepare, perfect for meal prep, and can be enjoyed warm or cold.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 ½ cups almond milk
- 1 cup diced apples
- ¼ cup chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 beaten egg
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and grease an 8×8 inch oven-safe baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond milk, diced apples, chopped pecans, maple syrup, olive oil, beaten egg, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and ground nutmeg. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well combined.
- Transfer Batter: Pour the oatmeal batter into the prepared greased baking dish. Although it may appear liquidy at first, the oats will absorb the moisture during baking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the milk is fully absorbed.
- Serve and Store: Enjoy the baked oatmeal warm or cold. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage.
Notes
- The apples and pecans add a nice crunch and texture, but you can substitute with walnuts, almonds, or macadamia nuts if preferred.
- This recipe is ideal for meal prepping a healthy breakfast or snack for the week.
- You can double the recipe and freeze individual portions for convenient reheated breakfasts straight from the freezer.
- Always refrigerate leftovers to avoid mold or staleness.
