Description
A comforting and delicious Caramel Apple Oatmeal Bake perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch. This baked oatmeal combines oats, tender apples, warm spices, and luscious caramel sauce, topped with crunchy nuts for a delightful texture contrast. It’s easy to prepare, can be made ahead, and is sure to satisfy your fall recipe cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil
Mix-ins and Toppings
- 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1/3 cup soft caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt thoroughly to evenly distribute the spices and leavening.
- Whisk wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, maple syrup (or brown sugar), vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients and stir gently until combined, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Fold in apples and caramel: Carefully fold in the diced apples and 1/3 cup of soft caramel sauce, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula. If using, sprinkle the chopped nuts evenly on top for a crunchy finish.
- Bake: Bake the oatmeal in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes until the center is set and the top has a lovely golden color.
- Cool and serve: Allow the oatmeal to cool slightly before drizzling with extra caramel sauce. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla yogurt or whipped cream for added indulgence.
Notes
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and reheated for a quick breakfast.
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for the best balance of sweetness and tang.
- Serve warm, with vanilla yogurt or whipped cream for extra richness.
- For a dairy-free version, use non-dairy milk and coconut oil instead of butter.
