Baked Apple Oatmeal

By Becky Hardin

Published Oct 12, 2021

Start your day right with this delicious baked apple oatmeal recipe. Full of the flavors of fall, this healthy fruit oatmeal is simple to make and more than delicious to eat!

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Easy Apple Baked Oatmeal Recipe

As the weather starts to get cooler, a hearty breakfast is a must, and this oatmeal is a tasty way to fuel your day!

Made with fresh apples and seasoned with apple pie spice and cinnamon, this is one delicious breakfast that even your picky eaters will love!

Be sure to try my Pumpkin Pie Baked Oatmeal and Strawberry Oatmeal Bars too!

Why you’ll love this Baked Apple Oatmeal recipe:

MAKE AHEAD: This baked oatmeal is a great option for make-ahead breakfasts for those busy mornings.
HEALTHY: This will keep you feeling full til lunchtime. The oats contain fiber, minerals, and lots of antioxidants and they are naturally sweetened with maple syrup. There’s also good amounts of vitamins from the fresh apples and applesauce.
GREAT FOR A CROWD : This recipe will make 9 servings, so it’s a great option if you have overnight guests.

Simple to make and packed full of the good stuff, this oven-baked apple pie oatmeal is a healthy way for your family to start the day.

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How to Make Baked Apple Oatmeal for Breakfast

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Whisk the eggs and combine with the milk, applesauce, and maple syrup.
Whisk in the dry ingredients and the chopped apples.
Let the mixture sit and then pour it into a baking dish.
Top with more apple chunks and bake.

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Old fashioned, or rolled, oats are best to use for this baked apple oatmeal. They soften, but still have a slightly chewy texture to them. Steel-cut oats shouldn’t be used as they will be too tough to eat, quick oats can be used in a pinch, but will be much softer.

This baked oatmeal will keep well for up to 3 days covered in the fridge. Let it cool completely before storing.

Yes! This oatmeal is freezer friendly. Cut it into squares, freeze solid on a baking sheet and transfer to a container, or, cover and freeze it in the dish it’s baked in. It will keep well for up to 3 months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight.

This apple oatmeal can be enjoyed warm or cold. It’s great for a grab-and-go breakfast right out of the fridge, or reheat it in the oven or microwave to enjoy.

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Tips!

Don’t skip the baking powder. This helps to keep the oatmeal light and without it it can become quite heavy and stodgy.
Any milk can be used to make this baked apple oatmeal. Use a plant-based milk like almond or oat for a vegan breakfast, or dairy for a creamier texture.
If you don’t have maple syrup, honey can also be used to naturally sweeten the oatmeal.

Send everyone out the door in the morning with this nutritious and filling baked oatmeal!

MoreApple Recipesto Try:

Apple Bundt Cake
Apple Pie Cupcakes
Homemade Applesauce
Sheet Pan Apple Crisp
Fried Apples
Apple Dumplings
Caramel Apple Sangria

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This healthy baked oatmeal has all of the flavors of your favorite apple pie. Simple and easy to make, it’s filling and so delicious! Pair it with a homemade apple crisp macchiato for the perfect morning.

MoreEasy Breakfast Recipeswe Love

Skillet Breakfast Casserole
Banana Breakfast Cookies
Breakfast Tacos
Blueberry Sheet Pan Pancakes
Blueberry Baked Oatmeal
Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bake

If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!

Ingredients1x2x3x

▢ 3 large eggs 150 grams
▢ 1½ cups milk 341 grams, any kind that you prefer
▢ 1 cup applesauce 250 grams, sweetened or unsweetened
▢ ½ cup maple syrup 156 grams
▢ 1 teaspoon baking powder 4 grams
▢ 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 grams
▢ 1 teaspoon apple pie spice 3 grams
▢ ½ teaspoon kosher salt
▢ 3 cups old-fashioned oats 300 grams
▢ 2 apples peeled, cored, chopped into ½-inch pieces, and divided

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F and spray an 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking pan with nonstick spray.
Whisk the eggs together in a large bowl, then pour in the milk, applesauce, and maple syrup and whisk to combine. 3 large eggs, 1½ cups milk, 1 cup applesauce, ½ cup maple syrup
Add in the baking powder, cinnamon, apple pie spice, and salt and whisk again. 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon apple pie spice, ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Finally, mix in the oats and ¾ of the apples. 3 cups old-fashioned oats
Cover the bowl and let it sit for 10 minutes then pour it into the baking pan and sprinkle the remaining apple pieces on top. 2 apples
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the center is no longer jiggly.
Let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving with maple syrup if desired.

Equipment

Kitchen Scale (optional)
8×8-inch Baking Pan OR
9×9-inch Baking Pan

Becky’s Tips

Don’t skip the baking powder. This helps to keep the oatmeal light and without it it can become quite heavy and stodgy.
Any milk can be used to make this baked apple oatmeal. Use a plant-based milk like almond or oat for a vegan breakfast, or dairy for a creamier texture.
If you don’t have maple syrup, honey can also be used to naturally sweeten the oatmeal.
Use your favorite kind of apples.
Storage: Store baked apple oatmeal in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Baked Apple Oatmeal Recipe

Equipment

Kitchen Scale (optional)
8x8-inch Baking Pan OR
9x9-inch Baking Pan

Ingredients

3 large eggs 150 grams
1½ cups milk 341 grams, any kind that you prefer
1 cup applesauce 250 grams, sweetened or unsweetened
½ cup maple syrup 156 grams
1 teaspoon baking powder 4 grams
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 grams
1 teaspoon apple pie spice 3 grams
½ teaspoon kosher salt
3 cups old-fashioned oats 300 grams
2 apples peeled, cored, chopped into ½-inch pieces, and divided

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F and spray an 8x8 or 9x9-inch baking pan with nonstick spray.
Whisk the eggs together in a large bowl, then pour in the milk, applesauce, and maple syrup and whisk to combine. 3 large eggs, 1½ cups milk, 1 cup applesauce, ½ cup maple syrup
Add in the baking powder, cinnamon, apple pie spice, and salt and whisk again. 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon apple pie spice, ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Finally, mix in the oats and ¾ of the apples. 3 cups old-fashioned oats
Cover the bowl and let it sit for 10 minutes then pour it into the baking pan and sprinkle the remaining apple pieces on top. 2 apples
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the center is no longer jiggly.
Let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving with maple syrup if desired.

Notes

Don’t skip the baking powder. This helps to keep the oatmeal light and without it it can become quite heavy and stodgy.
Any milk can be used to make this baked apple oatmeal. Use a plant-based milk like almond or oat for a vegan breakfast, or dairy for a creamier texture.
If you don’t have maple syrup, honey can also be used to naturally sweeten the oatmeal.
Use your favorite kind of apples.
Storage: Store baked apple oatmeal in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

By Becky Hardin

Published Jul 12, 2017

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Essential Grocery List

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What to Buy at the Grocery Store

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When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.

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