Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bake: A Warm & Cozy Breakfast
If fall had a breakfast, this would be it. 🍎🍂
This Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bake is everything you love about warm, spiced oatmeal—except it’s baked into a deliciously soft, slightly chewy, maple-sweetened casserole that’s perfect for meal prep.
Packed with rolled oats, juicy apples, warm cinnamon, and just the right amount of maple syrup, this dish is nutritious, filling, and incredibly comforting.
Best of all? It’s easy to make ahead, meaning you can wake up to a ready-to-eat, homemade breakfast all week long.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Warm & Cozy Fall Flavors – Apples, cinnamon, maple syrup… need I say more?
✔ Meal Prep Friendly – Make it once, enjoy it all week.
✔ Naturally Sweetened – No refined sugar, just real maple syrup for sweetness.
✔ Customizable – Swap in different fruits, nuts, or spices to make it your own.
✔ Great for Kids & Adults – Tastes like dessert, but it’s healthy enough for breakfast.
Ingredients (Serves 6-8)
For the Oatmeal Bake:
- 2 cups rolled oats (old-fashioned, not quick oats)
- 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 ½ cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp melted coconut oil (or butter)
- 2 apples, peeled and diced (Honeycrisp, Gala, or Granny Smith work best)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, for crunch)
For Topping (Optional but Delicious!):
- ¼ cup walnuts or pecans, extra for topping
- 1 tbsp maple syrup, for drizzling
- ½ tsp cinnamon, sprinkled on top
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish (or a similar size).
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt.
3. Whisk the Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, maple syrup, egg, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil.
4. Assemble the Bake
- Stir the diced apples into the dry oat mixture.
- Pour the wet ingredients over the oats and apples, stirring to combine.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans if using.
5. Bake to Perfection
- Pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle extra walnuts/pecans and cinnamon on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the oats are set and the edges are golden brown.
6. Let Cool & Serve
- Let it sit for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Drizzle with extra maple syrup and serve warm!
Tips for Success
✔ Use the right oats – Old-fashioned rolled oats work best for a chewy texture. Avoid quick oats!
✔ Switch up the fruit – Try pears, bananas, or mixed berries instead of apples.
✔ Make it vegan – Swap the egg for a flax egg and use non-dairy milk.
✔ Want extra protein? Add 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder to the wet ingredients.
✔ For an extra treat – Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a drizzle of almond butter.
The End Result:
A golden, lightly crisp oatmeal bake with tender, juicy apples peeking through the layers of warm, cinnamon-spiced oats. The top is slightly crunchy from toasted pecans, while a drizzle of maple syrup glistens in the morning light. Every bite is soft, cozy, and packed with comforting fall flavors.
This is fall in a baking dish—easy, wholesome, and absolutely delicious. 🍎🍂🔥
