Heart-Healthy Classic Oatmeal Bake
Start your day with wholesome goodness through our Heart-Healthy Classic Oatmeal Bake—a deliciously nourishing breakfast packed with nutrient-rich ingredients. This simple yet satisfying recipe features rolled oats, ripe bananas, unsweetened applesauce, almond milk, and a sprinkling of chia seeds, creating a fiber-packed base that's perfect for heart health. Fresh or frozen berries and chopped nuts add bursts of flavor and crunch, while a touch of ground cinnamon and pure maple syrup offers natural sweetness and warmth. Easily prepped in just 10 minutes and baked to golden perfection, this oatmeal bake is ideal for busy mornings or meal prep. Whether enjoyed warm out of the oven or stored for later, this comfort-driven dish is a healthy choice to fuel your day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 units ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh or frozen berries
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts or almonds)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x9 inch baking dish with a bit of olive oil or non-stick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
In a separate bowl, mash the bananas thoroughly. Then add in the unsweetened applesauce, almond milk, vanilla extract, and maple syrup. Mix until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients mix. Stir until everything is fully incorporated.
Fold in the chia seeds, half of the nuts, and half of the berries, ensuring they are distributed evenly throughout the mixture.
Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with the remaining nuts and berries for an attractive finish.
Place in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and the mixture is set.
Allow the oatmeal bake to cool slightly before cutting into squares. Serve warm, or allow to cool completely and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.1 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1940 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 255.8 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.8 g | 164% | |
| Total Sugars | 90.0 g | ||
| Protein | 46.2 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 1230 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 2495 mg | 53% | |
*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.
