Apple-Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal
- Prep time: 10 to 15 minutes
- Total time:40 to 45 minutes
Serves 6 to 8
- Perforated Baking Sheet
- FORTEEZ Square Mold
- Mini Whisk
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Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 1 1/2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Place square mold on the Perforated Baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, mix the rolled oats, chopped nuts (if using), baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the applesauce, milk, maple syrup or honey, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until thoroughly mixed.
- Gently fold in the diced apples, distributing them evenly throughout the oatmeal mixture.
- Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden and the oatmeal is set.
- Once baked, remove the oatmeal from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
bon TIP: To serve, portion the apple-cinnamon-baked oatmeal into glasses or bowls and, if desired, top each serving with a dollop of Greek yogurt and a fanned strawberry or a drizzle of additional maple syrup.
This apple-cinnamon baked oatmeal is a warm and comforting dessert that complements the flavors of the Tuscan Kale and Apple Chopped Salad found on the bon COOK site.
Enjoy from our bon COOK kitchen to yours!
