There is nothing quite like waking up to the smell of cinnamon and apples baking in the oven. This Cinnamon Apple Baked Oatmeal is the perfect way to start a chilly fall morning. It is warm, comforting, and filled with tender apples, hearty oats, and just the right amount of sweetness.
If you love apple cinnamon oatmeal but want something a little more special than a bowl of stovetop oats, this recipe is for you!
The best part? You can make it ahead of time, reheat individual portions throughout the week, and enjoy a homemade breakfast without spending much time in the kitchen.
Whether you are feeding your family before school, preparing breakfast for a weekend gathering, or simply craving something cozy, this easy baked oatmeal recipe is sure to become a favorite.
We made a huge batch of this yesterday and plan on freezing these squares for quick breakfasts on the go!
How to Make Cinnamon Apple Baked Oatmeal
After making a batch of this yesterday, I am totally keeping this on hand at all times.
It's the simplest recipe I have ever put together. Chop your apples, add in your oats ( I love the Flahavan's brand) add in your spices and don't forget that delicious vanilla bean paste from Taylor and Colledge (you can also use vanilla extract).
Once you get the cinnamon apple baked oatmeal all in a bowl, mix together. It will look soupy but that is totally ok. The wetness gets soaked up by the oats to keep it moist and not dry.
Once you get the Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal all mixed up, pour it into an 8x8 baking pan. I like my bars thicker so I opted for the 8x8 pan, but you can use a bigger pan if you want. Be sure to adjust your cooking time accordingly.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and bake the Cinnamon Apple Baked oatmeal for 40 minutes.
When it comes out, be sure and give it time to cool before you cut into it. That way, your squares stay together. They may fall apart if it is too hot coming straight from the oven.
This is the perfect breakfast when you need something quick and easy. It would also make a great lunch box snack or after school snack as well!
Looking for other apple recipes? Check these out!
- Old Fashioned Apple Dumplings
- Caramel Apple Mocktail – the perfect Non-Alcoholic Fall Drink
- Mini Caramel Apples #BacktoSchoolTreats
- Caramel Apple Slices on a Stick #backtoschooltreats
- Baked Apple Cinnamon French Toast Featuring Bays English Muffins
- Brie Apple and Honey Crostini
- Crockpot Apple Cider – the perfect fall beverage
- Fried Apple Pies
Cinnamon Apple Baked Oatmeal
This easy baked oatmeal is perfect for those on the go mornings when you need a quick breakfast on the go.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of steel-cut instant oats (I used Flahavan's)
- ¾ cup of milk
- 1 cup of unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup of chopped pecans
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons of sugar (I used Dixie Crystals)
- 2 tsp vanilla bean paste (I used Taylor and Colledge)
- 2 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups of Granny Smith Apples, chopped
Instructions
- Chop your Granny Smith apples into ½" diced cubes.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- In a bowl combine all the ingredients list above. Mix well.
- Spray an 8x8 pan with non stick cooking spray. Spread the mixture into the pan making sure it is level.
- You can cover the dish and put it into the refrigerator until the next morning.
- Or -- you can bake right away. Place in the oven and bake until golden brown, about 40 minutes.
- Let the baked oatmeal cool for about 15 minutes before cutting into squares.
- To Freeze -- cut into squares and place in a ziplock bag. Freeze for up to two months.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 121Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 90mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 3gSugar: 7gProtein: 4g
