Description
This Peach Berry Baked Oatmeal is a warm, comforting breakfast dish packed with wholesome oats, juicy peaches, and fresh blueberries. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and subtly sweetened with brown sugar, this baked oatmeal is easy to prepare and bakes into a golden, hearty casserole that serves as a nutritious start to the day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- â…“ cup brown sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups milk (almond or whole milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Fruits
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or defrosted if frozen)
- 2 peaches, cut into chunks (fresh, defrosted if frozen, or canned)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, salt, and brown sugar. Stir to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the eggs, melted unsalted butter, milk, and optional vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold the blueberries into the batter to incorporate them without breaking them apart.
- Assemble & Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Arrange the peach chunks evenly on top of the mixture for an appealing presentation and balanced flavor distribution.
- Bake: Place the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are golden brown. This ensures the oatmeal is fully cooked but moist.
- Serve: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool slightly. Serve warm, optionally with a splash of additional milk to enhance creaminess and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk for dairy milk to keep it dairy-free.
- Frozen berries and peaches should be defrosted and drained to prevent excess moisture.
- Add a handful of chopped nuts for extra crunch and texture.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat before serving.
- For a vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs and use plant-based butter and milk.
