Description

Amish-Style Apple and Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal is a hearty, comforting breakfast dish featuring tender baked oats infused with warm cinnamon and sweet apples. This wholesome, no-fuss recipe is perfect for starting your day with a nourishing meal that’s easy to prepare ahead and reheat throughout the week.

Ingredients

2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
2 large eggs
3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
Optional: chopped nuts or raisins for topping

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Instructions

Preheat Oven:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla.
Combine and Add Apples:
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until combined. Fold in diced apples.
Bake:
Pour mixture into prepared baking dish. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until the top is golden and the center is set.
Serve:
Let cool slightly before serving. Top with nuts, raisins, or a drizzle of maple syrup if desired.

Notes

Substitute apples with pears, peaches, or berries for a different fruit twist.Add nutmeg, cloves, or ginger to enhance the spice profile.Use certified gluten-free oats for a gluten-free option.Substitute eggs with flax eggs and use plant-based milk and butter for a vegan version.Stir in protein powder or Greek yogurt to boost protein content.