Description
Hearty caramel apple oatmeal bake brings warmth to breakfast tables with layers of comforting flavors. Wholesome ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a delicious morning meal you’ll want to savor slowly.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 large apples, peeled and diced
- 2 cups milk
- 2 eggs
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Spices and Leavening:
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (175C) and thoroughly coat a baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Combine dry ingredients in a spacious mixing bowl, blending rolled oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, freshly grated nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until evenly distributed.
- Whisk liquid components in a separate container, integrating farm-fresh eggs, creamy milk, pure maple syrup, and aromatic vanilla extract until smoothly incorporated.
- Gently merge wet and dry mixtures, stirring carefully to avoid overmixing. Tenderly fold crisp, chopped apples throughout the batter, ensuring even distribution.
- Transfer the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it uniformly to create an even surface for consistent baking.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, monitoring until the top turns golden brown and the center sets firmly.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. Drizzle generously with rich caramel sauce moments before serving for maximum flavor impact.
- Serve while still warm, offering a comforting and indulgent breakfast or brunch experience.
Notes
- Experiment with gluten-free rolled oats for those with gluten sensitivities, ensuring everyone can enjoy this comforting breakfast.
- Swap dairy milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk to create a delightful vegan-friendly version of the dish.
- Enhance nutritional value by adding chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch and healthy fats.
- Control sugar content by using homemade caramel sauce with less sugar or a sugar-free alternative for a healthier twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 274 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg