Warm oat bake with apples, cinnamon, and maple
Baked Apple Oatmeal
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8
8 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget
$
Baked Apple Oatmeal
Warm oat bake with apples, cinnamon, and maple
A brunch-friendly baked oatmeal with apples, cinnamon, and maple that feels wholesome without being austere.
15m
Prep Time
40m
Cook Time
55m
Total Time
8
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Budget $
Cost
Sarah Chen
(Updated )
Baked oatmeal is one of the easiest ways to feed a breakfast table with very little stress. Apples and cinnamon make this version familiar and cozy, while the casserole format keeps it easy to serve.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 apples, diced
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish.
- 2
Stir together the oats, apples, eggs, milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla.
- 3
Pour into the baking dish.
- 4
Bake until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- 5
Cool slightly before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Ways to Serve This Dish
Serve alongside fresh fruit and your favorite morning beverage
Pair with crispy bacon or sausage links for a hearty start
Substitutions
Maple syrupHoney
Honey works well though the flavor is a bit less autumnal
Rolled oatsQuick oats
Quick oats work, but the final texture is softer and less structured
DepthPantry
Test Kitchen Pick
Vanilla Extract
Helpful Pantry Staple
Why the vanilla matters
For baking and desserts, vanilla is often carrying more aroma than people expect. A better bottle gives the whole recipe a cleaner finish.
This is a small pantry move that usually makes baked goods taste more complete.
- Improves aroma in desserts and bakes
- Useful across cakes, cookies, and breakfast bakes
Vanilla extract is one of the easiest pantry upgrades to keep using.
Shop vanilla extract for this recipeTips & Storage
Pro Tips
A handful of walnuts on top adds great texture.
This reheats very well for weekday breakfasts.
Storage
Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Reheating
Reheat portions in the microwave or warm them in the oven.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (1 serving) · 8 servings
Calories220
LowModerateHigh
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Protein7g
Carbohydrates33g
Fat7g
Fiber4g
Sugar12g
Sodium110mg
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I make it dairy-free?
- Yes. Use your preferred unsweetened plant milk.
- Can I use pears instead of apples?
- Yes. Pears make the bake slightly softer and a little more delicate.
About Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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