Healthier Baked Oatmeal
Start your day with a wholesome and satisfying twist on traditional oatmeal with this Healthier Baked Oatmeal recipe! Made with old-fashioned rolled oats, nutrient-packed unsweetened applesauce, and naturally sweet pure maple syrup, this dish strikes the perfect balance between comforting and nourishing. Bursting with fresh or frozen berries, crunchy nuts, and naturally sweet banana slices, every bite delivers a delightful mix of flavors and textures. Perfect for meal prep, this baked oatmeal is quick to whip up in just 10 minutes, then baked to golden perfection in the oven. It's dairy-free and easily customizable to suit your dietary preferences, making it an ideal choice for busy mornings or a cozy weekend breakfast. Serve it warm with an extra splash of milk or a dollop of creamy yogurt for ultimate breakfast bliss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1.5 cups Milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cups Pure maple syrup
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 cups Chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans)
- 1 cup Fresh or frozen berries (e.g., blueberries)
- 1 medium Banana (sliced)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, applesauce, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix until thoroughly combined.
Gently fold in the chopped nuts and fresh or frozen berries. Reserve a small handful of berries and nuts for topping, if desired.
Arrange the banana slices evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Pour the oatmeal mixture over the bananas, spreading it out evenly, and sprinkle the reserved berries and nuts on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the oatmeal is set in the center.
Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm as-is or with a splash of milk or yogurt on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1559 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.5 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 250 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 1321 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 252.2 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.4 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 108.4 g | ||
| Protein | 46.9 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 672 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2266 mg | 48% | |
*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.
