Good morning and Happy Valentine’s Day! My friend Lauren made us this baked oatmeal for breakfast on Sunday morning in Georgia; it was so delicious (and easy) I knew I had to share the recipe.
Baked Oatmeal
Makes ~4 servings
This simple, nutritious, and versatile breakfast recipe is perfect for a group brunch or to make ahead so you have a healthy breakfast ready to go during the week. Enjoy plain or topped with yogurt or extra fresh fruit. Double (or triple!) the recipe for larger groups.
Ingredients:
Dry:
- 2 cups uncooked quick-cooking oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup dried fruit (we used raisins)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (e.g. walnuts or almonds; optional)
- 2 Tbsp. cinnamon
- 1 tsp. baking powder
Wet:
- 1 & 1/2 cup skim or low-fat milk
- 1/2 cup applesauce
- 1 very ripe banana, chopped (optional)
- 2 Tbsp. oil
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 375.
1) In a large bowl, mix dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, mix wet ingredients. Add wet ingredients to dry, stirring gently until mixed.
2) Coat an 8-inch baking dish with cooking spray; pour in batter.
3) Bake for 20 minutes; fork check to test doneness. Serve warm.
This recipe was quite the crowd-pleaser – I’m totally making it next time I have houseguests – or just for myself and Matt some week! It’s nice because it’s quick and easy to make (and healthy!), but more exciting than just having oatmeal. 
Enjoy!
