Baked Oatmeal featuring Apple and Cinnamon

This Baked Oatmeal with Apple and Cinnamon is a warm breakfast made with nourishing oats, grated apples, and cozy spices, naturally sweetened with maple syrup and juicy raisins! We also adorned it with crunchy pecans and a delightful maple cream cheese drizzle!

Believe me when I say this baked oatmeal with apple and cinnamon recipe is absolutely everything you desire for breakfast. Wholesome oats, pieces of scrumptious apples, warm spices, naturally sweetened with maple syrup and luscious raisins, all drizzled with a maple cream cheese glaze! A wonderful breakfast that offers a boost of fiber and protein, easily prepared in just 10 minutes and baked for the ultimate start to any day!

Reasons to Love This

• Nutritious – this apple oatmeal bake is crafted with whole-grain oats, fresh apples, and natural sweeteners, avoiding any butter or oil.
• Adaptable – you can effortlessly use various fruits or berries, nuts, and fun extras.
• Ideal for meal prep – prepare this over the weekend and enjoy it throughout the week for a healthy breakfast. Just reheat and it’s ready to go!
• Yummy dessert – not only is this perfect for breakfast, but it has a texture reminiscent of bread pudding, and the warm flavors are incredibly comforting!

Ingredients Required

• rolled oats – I opted for whole-grain old-fashioned rolled oats for this dish, just ensure they’re gluten-free certified if making GF baked oatmeal. I don’t recommend quick oats as you’d need a little less because they’re denser when measured, but they can work if that’s what you have.
• shredded apple – the key ingredient in this recipe! I used Honeycrisp apples for their lovely tart/sweet profile, but any apple variety will suffice.
• baking powder – serves as a leavening agent to allow the baked oatmeal to rise.
• almond milk – I utilized unsweetened almond milk, but any milk can be used in this recipe for soaking the oats.
• eggs – adds protein and binds the baked oatmeal together. If vegan, you may substitute with 2 flax eggs (2 tablespoons ground flax + 6 tablespoons warm water).
• applesauce – I used unsweetened applesauce, which substitutes for oil and enhances the apple flavor, or you could use melted coconut oil or unsalted butter if unsweetened applesauce isn’t available.
• maple syrup – naturally sweetens the baked oatmeal and pairs perfectly with all those warm autumn spices! Honey, regular sugar, or brown sugar can also be used if preferred.
• vanilla extract – delivers a wonderful flavor enhancement!
• spices – a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt (apple pie spice would work wonderfully too!)
• mix-ins – I included some chopped pecans and raisins for added crunch and sweetness, but feel free to use any nuts you enjoy (walnuts are delightful in this!) or even toss in chocolate chips.
• maple cream cheese glaze – a tasty blend of cream cheese, maple syrup, cinnamon, and a touch of almond milk. Completely optional, but absolutely delicious!

Which Apples to Choose for Baking?

I tend to prefer Honeycrisp apples for baking due to their sweet/tart balance (and I always have them in my fridge!) and they hold their shape well, avoiding mushiness. Feel free to use whichever variety you enjoy most, as there are many excellent options for baking! Braeburn, Granny Smith, Cortland, Pink Lady, and Golden Delicious are all great choices.

Avoid using McIntosh, Gala, Fuji, or Red Delicious apples, as they may become mushy while baking; save them for when you wish to make applesauce or cider!

Steps to Create Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal

• Combine ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, then set aside. In a medium bowl, stir together the eggs, milk, applesauce, maple syrup, shredded apple, and vanilla extract until well-blended.
• Prepare the batter. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until combined. Fold in the raisins and then transfer the oat mixture into an 8×8 or 9×9-inch greased baking dish. Sprinkle the top with chopped pecans (or any desired nuts).
• BAKE! Bake the oatmeal at 350°F for 45 to 50 minutes until the center is set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow the oatmeal to sit for 5 minutes to cool before serving.
• Maple Cream Cheese Glaze. While the oatmeal bakes, place cream cheese in a microwaveable bowl and heat for 15 to 30 seconds, until softened. Whisk in the maple syrup, milk, and cinnamon, mixing until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over each serving, then enjoy!

Storage and Preparation Tips

For Storage: You can keep this baked oatmeal in a sealed, airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. When ready to reheat, either cover it with foil and heat in the oven at 350°F for around 20 minutes or reheat individual servings in the microwave or toaster oven. Perfect for weekly meal prep!

For Freezing: This baked oatmeal can also be frozen for up to 3 months in a sealed, airtight container. Alternatively, slice it into individual portions, wrap them in plastic wrap, and store in sealed freezer bags.

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I hope you relish this Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal, and if you adore it as much as we do, please leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating below and don’t forget to tag me on Instagram using #eatyourselfskinny! I love seeing all your wonderful recreations!