Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal with Maple
Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal with Maple is a cozy, wholesome breakfast made with tender apples, warm cinnamon, hearty oats, and sweet maple flavor. Perfect for fall mornings, meal prep, or a comforting family breakfast!
Ingredients
For the Baked Oatmeal
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats – Create a hearty texture and hold the baked oatmeal together.
- 2 medium apples peeled and diced – Add natural sweetness, moisture, and fresh apple flavor.
- 1½ cups milk – Provides moisture and creates a tender texture. Dairy or plant-based milk can be used.
- ½ cup pure maple syrup – Adds natural maple sweetness and a warm flavor.
- 2 large eggs – Help bind the ingredients and give the oatmeal structure.
- 2 tablespoons melted butter – Adds richness and helps create golden edges.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – Enhances the apple cinnamon, and maple flavors.
- 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon – Adds classic warm spice.
- ½ teaspoon baking powder – Helps keep the oatmeal from becoming overly dense.
- ¼ teaspoon salt – Balances the sweetness.
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg optional – Adds extra warmth and depth.
Optional Add-Ins
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts – Adds crunch and nutty flavor.
- ⅓ cup raisins or dried cranberries – Provides extra sweetness and chewy texture.
- 2 tablespoons shredded coconut – Adds subtle tropical flavor and texture.
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds – Adds texture and extra fiber.
For Serving
- Maple syrup
- Greek yogurt
- Milk
- Chopped pecans or walnuts
- Apple slices
- Cinnamon
- Whipped cream optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Peel, core, and dice the apples.
- Mix rolled oats, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
- Whisk milk, maple syrup, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla in a separate bowl.
- Pour the wet mixture into the oats and stir until combined.
- Fold in the diced apples and optional nuts or dried fruit.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Add optional nuts and cinnamon on top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and rest for 5–10 minutes.
- Cut into portions and serve warm.
- Drizzle with maple syrup and add yogurt, milk, nuts, or fresh fruit as desired.
Notes
- Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best hearty and chewy texture.
- Choose sweet-tart apples and dice them evenly so they bake properly.
- Let the oatmeal rest for 5–10 minutes after baking before serving.