Cozy up your mornings with this baked apple cinnamon oatmeal—a hearty, wholesome breakfast that’s as comforting as it is nutritious. Bursting with the warm, aromatic flavors of cinnamon and sweet diced apples, this baked oatmeal is perfect for feeding a crowd or meal-prepping for the week. Made with rolled oats, maple syrup, and a hint of vanilla, it’s naturally sweetened and customizable with optional additions like crunchy walnuts and chewy dried cranberries. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy, one-dish recipe combines convenience with timeless fall flavors, making it the ultimate make-ahead breakfast. Serve it warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, a splash of milk, or a dollop of creamy yogurt for a truly indulgent start to your day.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or a similarly sized casserole dish.
In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir well to combine.
Gently fold in the diced apples, along with walnuts or pecans and dried cranberries or raisins if using, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Transfer the oatmeal mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the oatmeal is set in the center.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Serve warm on its own or with an additional drizzle of maple syrup, a splash of milk, or a dollop of yogurt on top.
Calories |
2392 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 95.0 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.1 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 482 mg | 161% | |
| Sodium | 1533 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 337.1 g | 123% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.6 g | 127% | |
| Total Sugars | 199.7 g | ||
| Protein | 67.5 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.5 mcg | 38% | |
| Calcium | 880 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 2305 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.