- Calories:450 kcal
- Protein:14 g
- Carbohydrates:66 g
- Sugar:24 g
- Salt:g
- Energy:1885 kJ
- Fat:18 g
Baked oatmeal is a quick and easy way to prepare a bowl of oatmeal for the whole family. It's an all-in-one casserole of oats, milk, maple syrup or honey, eggs, and flavorings. Made with ingredients from your pantry, baked oatmeal is an excellent alternative to packaged instant oatmeal, and it offers much more texture and flavor.
The flavor possibilities are limitless. Mix-ins can include a cup or two of berries, chopped nuts, chocolate chips, raisins or currants, dried cranberries, or chopped dates, or add another fresh or frozen (unthawed) fruit. You may also add mashed ripe banana or about 1/4 cup of applesauce to the mixture, or swirl in a few tablespoons of your favorite fruit preserves just before baking.
Baked oatmeal is generally gluten-free, but always check the label on your oats to be sure. You can even make the dish vegan if you like, using non-dairy milk and an egg substitute. Serve baked oatmeal with yogurt, or drizzle with fresh fruit syrup.
Directions
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1Gather Ingredients
Gather the ingredients.
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2Prepare Oven and Dish
Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat to 350 F. Grease an 8-x 8-inch or 9-x 9-inch baking dish with butter or baking spray.
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3Melt Butter
Melt 1/4 cup of butter in a small saucepan over low heat or microwave in a microwave-safe bowl until melted. Set aside.
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4Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl combine the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to blend the ingredients.
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5Combine Wet Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, and maple syrup until combined.
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6Blend Mixtures
Add the egg mixture and melted butter to the oats, then mix until well blended.
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7Add Mix-Ins
If desired, stir in 1 to 2 cups of any additional mix-ins, such as berries, nuts, or chocolate chips.
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8Bake Oat Mixture
Pour the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading into an even layer. Bake until golden brown and set, 35 to 45 minutes.
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9Serve Baked Oatmeal
Let cool for 5 minutes. To serve, slice or scoop the baked oatmeal onto plates, then drizzle with syrup or top with yogurt, if desired.
Recipe Variations
- Vegan With Flax Eggs: To make 2 flax eggs, combine 2 tablespoons of ground flax seeds with 6 tablespoons of warm water. Mix and let stand for about 20 minutes. or until the texture is like gelatin.
- Add about 1/4 cup of pumpkin, applesauce, or mashed banana.
- Swirl a few tablespoons of jam or preserves into the oatmeal before baking.
- Use non-dairy milk, such as coconut, almond, oat, or soy milk.
- For more servings, double the recipe and bake in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan or 3-quart baking dish for the same amount of time.
- Replace the maple syrup with honey, use brown sugar, or a combination of brown sugar, maple syrup or honey.
How to Store
- Cover and refrigerate leftover baked oatmeal for up to 3 to 4 days.
- Reheat single servings in the microwave with a small amount of milk, stirring every 20 seconds, until hot.
Can I use steel-cut oats for baked oatmeal?
While there are recipes for baked oatmeal made with steel-cut oats, they have different texture and moisture requirements, so they will not work as a one-to-one replacement for the rolled oats in this recipe.
Do I need to use baking powder for baked oatmeal?
Baking powder is a leavening agent and lightens the baked oatmeal. It may be a bit denser if you make it without the baking powder.
