Description

This Cozy Amish Style Apple and Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal is a warm, comforting breakfast perfect for chilly mornings. Made with rolled oats, sweet brown sugar, fresh diced apples, and warming cinnamon, this baked oatmeal is both hearty and flavorful. It’s easy to prepare with simple ingredients and baking methods, making it a reliable go-to recipe you’ll want to make again and again.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 large eggs
1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
1/4 cup melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large apple, peeled and diced (e.g., Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)

Optional Ingredients

A handful of chopped nuts or raisins

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of old-fashioned rolled oats, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon. Stir well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
Prepare wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, then add 1 cup milk, 1/4 cup melted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix until all wet ingredients are fully combined.
Combine mixtures: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry oat mixture and stir thoroughly until everything is well incorporated.
Add apples: Gently fold in the diced apple pieces (about 1 large apple, peeled and diced) and optional chopped nuts or raisins if using.
Transfer to baking dish: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set and firm to the touch.
Cool and serve: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving for best texture and flavor.

Notes

You can substitute dairy milk with any plant-based milk such as almond, oat, or soy milk to make it dairy-free.
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for added texture and flavor.
For extra sweetness, drizzle a little maple syrup or honey on top when serving.
The baked oatmeal can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
If you prefer a softer texture, bake for a slightly shorter time; for a firmer texture, bake a few minutes longer.