Description

This comforting Baked Apple Oatmeal with Cinnamon is a wholesome and hearty breakfast option perfect for colder mornings. Featuring steel cut oats toasted to enhance their nutty flavor, tender diced apples, warm cinnamon, and a touch of brown sugar for sweetness, this dish bakes to a golden, set texture. Served warm and customizable with your favorite toppings like maple syrup or nuts, it’s a nourishing and satisfying start to your day.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
2 cups steel cut oats
4 cups boiling water
2 teaspoons cinnamon
3 apples, peeled and diced
¼ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 ½ cups milk

Optional Toppings

Brown sugar
Maple syrup
Fresh fruit
Nuts

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
Toast the Oats: Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the steel cut oats and stir frequently until they are lightly toasted and aromatic, which enhances their flavor.
Soak the Oats: Transfer the toasted oats to a large mixing bowl and pour in the boiling water. Allow the oats to soak and soften in the hot water.
Mix in Flavorings: Add the diced apples, cinnamon, brown sugar, and salt to the soaked oats. Stir well to combine all the flavors evenly.
Add Milk: Pour in the milk and stir the mixture thoroughly to incorporate all ingredients.
Bake the Oatmeal: Pour the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish. Place it in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the oatmeal is browned on top and set in the center.
Serve with Toppings: Remove from the oven and stir the oatmeal gently before serving. Add your choice of optional toppings such as brown sugar, maple syrup, fresh fruit, or nuts to enhance the flavor and texture.

Notes

Steel cut oats provide a nutty flavor and chewy texture, but rolled oats can be substituted for a softer consistency.
Feel free to swap regular milk for a plant-based alternative for dairy-free needs.
The baking time may vary slightly depending on your oven; look for a set and lightly browned top.
Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.
Add chopped nuts or dried fruit before baking for extra texture and flavor.