Description
Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Squares are a warm, comforting breakfast that combines the sweet and tart flavors of fresh apples with aromatic cinnamon. Perfect for lazy mornings or brunch gatherings, these squares are easy to make and can be customized to suit any dietary preference. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or reheat for a delicious snack throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (almond or oat milk recommended)
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups diced fresh apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, then gently fold in diced apples.
- Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and set in the middle. Let cool for a few minutes before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg