Description
Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal is a warm and comforting plant-based breakfast that combines naturally sweet apples, aromatic cinnamon, and hearty rolled oats. This easy-to-make baked oatmeal offers a tender texture, cozy aroma, and a perfect balance of flavors without added sugars. Ideal for meal prep or a wholesome weekend treat, it’s customizable with your favorite toppings and packed with fiber, vitamins, and natural sweetness.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (natural)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups plant-based milk (almond, oat, soy, or coconut)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent
Add-ins
- 2 medium crisp apples, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with a splash of plant-based butter or oil to prevent sticking and promote browning.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, ground cinnamon (natural), baking powder, and salt. Stir to evenly distribute the ingredients, forming the base of the baked oatmeal.
- Add Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the plant-based milk, maple syrup (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), vanilla extract (natural), and natural gelling agent. Pour this wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in Apples and Nuts: Gently fold the chopped crisp apples and optional chopped nuts into the oatmeal mixture to evenly disperse them throughout.
- Bake to Perfection: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the edges are golden and the center is set but still moist. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use firm, crisp apples like Honeycrisp or Gala for the best texture and flavor.
- Do not overmix wet and dry ingredients to keep the oatmeal tender.
- Check baking time starting at 30 minutes, as oven temperatures vary, to avoid drying out.
- Toast nuts or seeds separately and sprinkle on top just before serving for extra crunch.
- Bring wet ingredients to room temperature before mixing for more even baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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