Baked Apple Oatmeal: 30-Minute Meal-Prep Comfort
Enjoy this comforting baked apple oatmeal, perfect for meal prepping a healthy breakfast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced apples and chopped walnuts, if using.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 8×8 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the oatmeal is set and lightly golden.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- For a sweeter oatmeal, add more maple syrup to taste.
- You can substitute almond milk or any other milk of your choice for dairy milk.
- Feel free to add other fruits like berries or pears.
- Serve warm with a drizzle of extra maple syrup or a dollop of yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 300 kcal
- Sugar: Approx. 15g
- Sodium: Approx. 150mg
- Fat: Approx. 10g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 45g
- Fiber: Approx. 6g
- Protein: Approx. 10g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 60mg