Amish-Style Apple and Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal

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2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 cups oats, 1½ tsp baking powder, 2 tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp nutmeg, ¾ tsp salt, and ½ cup brown sugar. This is your flavor base—don’t skimp on the spices!

3. Combine Wet Ingredients

  1. In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk 2½ cups milk, 2 eggs, and 1 tsp vanilla. Whisk until smooth—no eggy streaks!

4. Bring It All Together

  1. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Add 4 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil. Stir until fully combined. It’ll look soupy—that’s okay!

5. Layer & Bake

  1. Scatter diced apples evenly across the bottom of the dish. Pour the oatmeal mixture over the top. Cover and refrigerate overnight if prepping ahead.
  2. Bake at 325°F for 35-45 mins until golden and set. A little jiggle is fine—it’ll firm up as it cools.

Pro Tips

  • Apple prep: Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for balanced flavor. Granny Smith + Honeycrisp = perfection.
  • Crispy top: Broil for 1-2 mins at the end for extra crunch. Watch closely—it burns fast!
  • Freeze it: Bake, cool, and slice into portions. Freeze up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

FAQ

Can I use steel-cut oats?
Nope—they won’t soften enough. Stick with old-fashioned or quick oats.

Why is my oatmeal soggy?
Too much liquid or underbaking. Use a smaller pan for thicker oatmeal, and bake until the center is set.

Can I skip the apples?
Absolutely! This works as a plain baked oatmeal too. Add berries or bananas for variety.

Serving Ideas

  • Breakfast bar: Set out toppings like yogurt, nuts, and maple syrup.
  • Dessert twist: Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Breakfast-for-dessert? Yes, please.
  • On-the-go: Slice into squares and wrap individually for easy grab-and-go breakfasts.

Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 285 | Carbs: 42g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g
Stats vary based on milk and sweetener choices.

Amish-Style Apple and Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1½ tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ½ cup lightly packed brown sugar
  • 2½ cups milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
  • 2-3 large apples (Honeycrisp or Gala), peeled and diced

Instructions

  1. Prep: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and brown sugar in a large bowl.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk milk, eggs, and vanilla.
  4. Assemble: Pour wet ingredients into dry. Stir in melted butter.
  5. Layer: Scatter apples in the dish. Pour oatmeal mixture over top.
  6. Bake: 35-45 mins until golden and set. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Make-Ahead: Assemble and refrigerate overnight. Bake in the morning.
  • Storage: Keep leftovers airtight in the fridge 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

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