Description
This baked apple oatmeal is a hearty, wholesome breakfast packed with oats, nuts, and warm cinnamon flavor. Naturally sweetened and perfect for meal prep or a cozy morning treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (divided)
- 1/3 cup ground chia seeds (or ground flaxseeds)
- 1/4 cup hemp hearts
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup grated apple (about 2 small apples – honeycrisp or pink lady)
- 1/2 cup apple sauce
- 1 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup avocado oil
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In an 8×11-inch baking dish, combine the oats, 1/2 cup walnuts, ground chia seeds, hemp hearts, baking powder, sea salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the grated apple, apple sauce, almond milk, maple syrup, avocado oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
- Top with the remaining 1/2 cup walnuts and optional apple slices.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, until the edges are lightly browned and the center is set.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving, or cool completely for firmer pieces.
Notes
- Ground flaxseed can be used instead of chia seeds for a similar texture.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Reheat individual portions in the microwave or oven before serving.
- Add raisins or dried cranberries for extra sweetness.
- Serve with additional almond milk or yogurt if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
