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Why I Love Baked Oatmeal
The next time you need a quick breakfast and do not want cereal, make this baked oatmeal recipe. In my house, baked oatmeal is a freezer staple. I love to make this on a weekend and enjoy it for breakfast all week long. The best part is that the ingredient list is simple and uses pantry items we often have on the shelf. So if you’re looking for something to make this weekend, this is the recipe!
View this as a baseline recipe, one where you start and build upon. This makes a slightly sweet oatmeal with good oat flavor. Dried fruits and toasted nuts can be mixed into the batter and baked. But rather than adding to the raw batter, my favorite method is to add these additions after baking, right before eating. Either way, the dish is utterly delicious!
Baked Oatmeal Ingredients
- Eggs, since they provide texture, are what make this a baked oatmeal and not a bowl of oatmeal. The eggs also add good protein and healthy fat for a breakfast food.
- Applesauce is a holdover from the 1970’s as a way to reduce the use of oil. Oil adds moisture but does nothing for flavor. Applesauce, on the other hand, lends some sweetness and moisture. Use no-sugar-added applesauce or make it homemade.
- Honey adds the needed sweetness, but not so much that this becomes a dessert. When it comes to breakfast, sweetness has a fine line. You need just enough to balance out the flavors, and that’s exactly what happens in this recipe.
- Greek yogurt adds protein and richness to the baked oatmeal. Yogurt acts much like sour cream, but has more health benefits with probiotics and nutrients.
- Milk acts much like it does when making a bowl of oatmeal. The milk brings the ingredients together but sets up to create a baked oatmeal that is sliceable rather than soupy.
- Old-fashioned rolled oats are the main ingredient. I recommend only using rolled oats rather than minute oats. Rolled oats are less processed and have a thicker texture. The outcome is a baked oatmeal that puts the oats at the forefront for a nice chew and good flavor.
The ingredients mix together easily in one bowl. Once baked, the squares can be cut and served immediately or frozen individually for a quick breakfast. To up the protein, serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt and berries.
This really is the fast-food breakfast item we can all have ready to go. When we bake ahead and plan for the mornings, healthier choices are easy to make!
Follow These Tips
Storage
Once the oatmeal is baked and cooled, slice it into the desired serving size. Store each cool piece in a freezer-safe container, making sure to leave a small amount of space around each piece. Alternatively, wrap each piece in plastic wrap and store it in an airtight freezer-safe container.
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Baked Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup applesauce
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup honey
- 6 cups old-fashioned oats
- 3 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs. Once whisked, mix in the applesauce. Add the Greek yogurt and milk and whisk to combine. Pour in the vanilla extract and honey. Whisk until smooth. Add the oats, baking soda, and salt. Using a spatula, fold to combine.4 large eggs, ¾ cup applesauce, 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 cup whole milk, 2 tsp vanilla extract, ¾ cup honey, 6 cups old-fashioned oats, 3 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp kosher salt
- Pour into the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven until the baked oatmeal is golden and set in the middle, 30-40 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Did you make this? Leave a comment below!
I just made this recipe & found it to be real dense. It has a good taste to but is way to heavy.
Love this ! Make it , freeze in bars and take out in a.m. ! Great snack for work ! My boyfriend takes them for breakfast ! Added Protein powder also !
So excited to try this recipe, it looks right up my alley! I make your banana bars in the reg, your an amazing cook! My question is, if I do not have Greek yogurt, could I use full fat sour cream? If so would I use the full cup?
Thanks,
Danielle
Hello! Yes, you can substitute sour cream for the same amount. The flavor should not be impacted too much!
I love watching you videos on YouTube!!!
Hi, is it ok to use a milk alternative, like coconut milk or almond milk?
What an amazing addition to our home’s breakfast rotations! This baked oatmeal is so delicious and SO easy to make. It’s become my favorite thing to bake on a Sunday as I prepare for the week! Truly can’t say enough positive things about this. Wyse Guide does it again!
Love your channel! I have made this several times and LOVE IT. Was wondering if I could add some peanut butter to the recipe. How much would I add?
Thanks
Caterina Crupi
Toronto Canada
I made the recipe exactly as stated. It was so good! I wouldn’t change a thing. Yum! Thanks for the freezer tip, too…. a handy grab-and-go to toss into a lunch box.
Just wondering if roasted almonds would be a good addition to the baked oatmeal recipe?
Thank you for all the wonderful info you give us.
Love your videos!
I watched this recipe video this morning and had to make it!! It is so good!! I love that it isnt sweet!! I had dried cranberries and toasted pecans to use up so I added them to the mixture before I baked it. Your recipes never disappoint!!! I love watching your videos and all of your recipes!! Thank you for sharing!