Baked Oatmeal With Apples, Raisins & Walnuts

Baked Oatmeal With Apples, Raisins & Walnuts

Description

This warm and comforting baked oatmeal is loaded with tender apples, sweet raisins, and crunchy walnuts, making it a perfect make-ahead breakfast or cozy brunch dish. Naturally sweetened with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla, it’s hearty, wholesome, and satisfying enough to keep you full all morning. Serve it warm on its own or with a dollop of yogurt or a drizzle of maple syrup.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

• 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

• 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon

• 1 tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)

• 2 large eggs

• ¼ cup pure maple syrup or honey

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for greasing)

Mix-ins:

• 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced

• ½ cup raisins

• ½ cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients – In a large bowl, combine oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir well.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients – In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla, and melted butter until smooth.

4. Combine – Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.

5. Add Fruits & Nuts – Fold in apples, raisins, and walnuts.

6. Bake – Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.

7. Serve – Let it cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm as is, or with a drizzle of maple syrup or a dollop of yogurt.

Equipment

• Large mixing bowl

• Medium mixing bowl

• Whisk

• 9×9-inch baking dish

• Spatula or wooden spoon

• Measuring cups & spoons

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 35–40 minutes

Total Time: 50–55 minutes

Serving Size: 6–8 servings

Baked Oatmeal With Apples, Raisins & Walnuts

This warm and comforting baked oatmeal is loaded with tender apples, sweet raisins, and crunchy walnuts, making it a perfect make-ahead breakfast or cozy brunch dish. Naturally sweetened with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla, it’s hearty, wholesome, and satisfying enough to keep you full all morning. Serve it warm on its own or with a dollop of yogurt or a drizzle of maple syrup.

Print Recipe

Prep Time:15 minutes mins

Cook Time:40 minutes mins

Total Time:55 minutes mins

Equipment

• Large mixing bowl
• Medium mixing bowl
• Whisk
• 9x9-inch baking dish
• Spatula or wooden spoon
• Measuring cups & spoons

Ingredients

• Dry Ingredients:
• 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• Wet Ingredients:
• 2 cups milk dairy or non-dairy
• 2 large eggs
• ¼ cup pure maple syrup or honey
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted (plus extra for greasing)
• Mix-ins:
• 2 medium apples peeled, cored, and diced
• ½ cup raisins
• ½ cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

• Preheat Oven – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
• Mix Dry Ingredients – In a large bowl, combine oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir well.
• Mix Wet Ingredients – In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla, and melted butter until smooth.
• Combine – Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
• Add Fruits & Nuts – Fold in apples, raisins, and walnuts.
• Bake – Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
• Serve – Let it cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm as is, or with a drizzle of maple syrup or a dollop of yogurt.

Servings: 8 servings

10 Frequently Asked Questions For Baked Oatmeal

1. Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?
   Yes, but the texture will be softer and less chewy. Rolled oats hold their shape better during baking.

2. Can I substitute the apples?
   Absolutely. Pears, peaches, or berries work well as alternatives.

3. Can I make this dairy-free?
   Yes. Use almond, oat, or coconut milk, and substitute coconut oil for butter.

4. What can I use instead of raisins?
   You can use dried cranberries, chopped dates, or dried cherries.

5. Can I make this without eggs?
   Yes. Replace each egg with a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water) or a store-bought egg replacer.

6. Can I prepare this the night before?
   Yes. Assemble everything in the baking dish, cover, refrigerate overnight, and bake in the morning.

7. How do I make it sweeter?
   Increase maple syrup/honey to ⅓ cup or sprinkle brown sugar on top before baking.

8. Can I make this gluten-free?
   Yes, just use certified gluten-free oats.

9. How do I keep the walnuts crunchy?
   Toast them lightly before adding to the mixture to enhance crunch and flavor.

10. Can I freeze baked oatmeal?
    Yes. Slice into portions, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat before serving.

How To Store Baked Oatmeal

• Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 day.

• Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

• Freezer: Wrap individual portions in plastic wrap and place in a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 2 months.

• Reheating: Warm in the microwave for 30–60 seconds, or in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for 10–15 minutes until heated through.