Description
A comforting and delicious Caramel Apple Oatmeal Bake perfect for a cozy fall breakfast. This baked oatmeal combines rolled oats, warm spices, tender apples, caramel sauce, and a hint of maple syrup, all baked to golden perfection with a crunchy pecan texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Add-ins
- 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped pecans, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, baking powder, and salt, ensuring even distribution of spices and leavening.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and melted butter until fully blended and smooth.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until all components are well incorporated.
- Add Apples and Caramel: Fold in the diced apples and caramel sauce carefully to maintain the texture of the oats and the freshness of the apples.
- Transfer and Bake: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly for uniform baking. Place in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the center is set and the top turns a golden brown color.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the oatmeal bake to cool slightly before drizzling additional caramel sauce on top. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- You can substitute the pecans with walnuts or omit them for a nut-free version.
- For a dairy-free option, use almond or oat milk and vegan butter instead of whole milk and butter.
- This bake is best served warm but can be reheated easily in the microwave or oven.
