Apple Baked Oatmeal

This comforting apple baked oatmeal is filled with chopped apples and warm spices. A cosy make-ahead breakfast perfect for busy mornings.

This apple baked oatmeal is a wholesome and comforting breakfast that’s perfect for chilly mornings. It’s a twist on the classic banana baked oatmeal I make often, but with sweet, tender apples and warming spices in every bite. My kids love the little chunks of apple throughout, and I like that it’s easy to throw together in one bowl with pantry staples.

It bakes up soft and slightly chewy with golden edges – a perfect way to enjoy oats in the morning. Whether you serve it fresh from the oven or reheat leftovers for a quick breakfast, this recipe is simple, nourishing, and delicious.

Tips for Best Results

• Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith so they hold their shape while baking.
• Don’t skip the applesauce – it adds moisture and helps bind everything together.
• Let it rest after baking for 5–10 minutes before slicing, so it sets nicely.
• Make it ahead and store it in the fridge for up to 4 days; just reheat in the microwave or oven.

Ingredients & Substitutions

• Old-fashioned oats: Use rolled oats for the best texture. Quick oats will be softer but will work; steel-cut oats won’t work here.
• Cinnamon & nutmeg: Adds warm spice; swap in apple pie spice or a pinch of cloves if preferred.
• Baking powder: Helps the oatmeal bake up light and cohesive.
• Milk: Any kind works – dairy, almond, oat, or soy. Use what you like.
• Applesauce: Unsweetened is best, but sweetened will work in a pinch. It adds moisture and apple flavour.
• Chopped apples: Use a mix of peeled and unpeeled for texture and colour. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji are great choices.
• Maple syrup: Can be swapped with honey or brown sugar (adjust to taste).
• Egg: Helps bind the oatmeal. For an egg-free version, try a flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed + 3 tbsp water).
• Butter: Adds richness. Use melted coconut oil or a neutral oil for a dairy-free version.
• Pecans or walnuts: Omit for nut-free or swap with pumpkin seeds.

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Apple Baked Oatmeal

Yields: 9 servings | Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 30–35 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 cups old-fashioned oats, gluten-free if needed
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 2 cups milk of your choice
• ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 cup peeled and finely chopped apple
• ¼ cup unpeeled, finely chopped apple (for topping)
• ⅓ cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish with nonstick spray.
2. In a large bowl, stir together oats, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg. (Image 1)
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, applesauce, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and melted butter. (Image 2)
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until fully combined.

1. Fold in the peeled chopped apple and chopped nuts. (Image 3)
2. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top. Sprinkle the unpeeled chopped apple evenly over the surface. (Image 4)
3. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the centre is set and the top is lightly golden.
4. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving warm.

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Yield: 9 Servings

Apple Baked Oatmeal

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

This comforting apple baked oatmeal is filled with chopped apples and warm spices. A cosy make-ahead breakfast perfect for busy mornings.

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Ingredients

• 2 cups old-fashioned oats, gluten-free if needed
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 2 cups milk of your choice
• ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 cup peeled and finely chopped apple
• ¼ cup unpeeled, finely chopped apple (for topping)
• ⅓ cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish with nonstick spray.
2. In a large bowl, stir together oats, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, applesauce, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until fully combined.
5. Fold in the peeled chopped apple and chopped nuts.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top. Sprinkle the unpeeled chopped apple evenly over the surface.
7. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the centre is set and the top is lightly golden.
8. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving warm.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

9

Serving Size:

1 square
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 234Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 209mgCarbohydrates: 30gFiber: 4gSugar: 14gProtein: 6g

This information is provided as a courtesy and for entertainment purposes only. This information comes from online calculators. Although frugalmomeh.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures are only estimates.

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