Cozy Apple Baked Oatmeal (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2¼ cups old-fashioned oats
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon nutmeg
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1¼ cup milk at room temperature
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¼ cup maple syrup
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½ cup unsweetened applesauce (or 2 eggs)
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3 tablespoon melted coconut oil (or butter)
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2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup finely chopped apples, divided
→ Cinnamon sugar topping
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2 tablespoon granulated sugar
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½ teaspoon cinnamon
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven to 350°F. Grab your 8x8 baking pan and either spray it with cooking spray or line it with some parchment paper so nothing sticks.
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In a bowl, whisk together the oats, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until they're all evenly mixed.
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Pour in the milk, maple syrup, applesauce (or eggs if you're using those instead), melted coconut oil, and vanilla. Stir everything until it's well combined. Gently fold in about 3/4 cup of those chopped apples, saving the rest for topping.
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Pour the oat mixture into your prepared baking pan. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of chopped apples over the top. Mix the sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl, then sprinkle that over everything.
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Slide the pan into your preheated oven and bake for about 35-45 minutes. You'll know it's done when the center feels set and the top has turned a light golden brown. Let it cool in the pan for a few minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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Top with a drizzle of maple syrup, a spoonful of nut butter, or some apple butter for extra flavor.
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This oatmeal stores beautifully! Let it cool completely, then slice and keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 6 days.
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To reheat leftovers, just pop a slice in the microwave or warm it up in the oven.
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For longer storage, freeze slices in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge or at room temperature for a few hours.