Description
Cinnamon Streusel Apple Baked Oats is a heartwarming breakfast that combines the comforting flavors of baked apples and warm cinnamon in a delightful oat dish. Perfect for cozy mornings, this recipe offers a nostalgic taste experience that will make every bite feel like a warm hug. With its golden-brown streusel topping, it’s not only delicious but visually appealing too, making it suitable for any occasion—be it a lazy brunch or a festive gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon (divided)
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 medium apples (diced, about 2 cups)
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, baking powder, salt, and half the cinnamon.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in diced apples.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; do not overmix.
- For the streusel topping, mix remaining brown sugar, flour (if using), cinnamon, and cold butter pieces until crumbly and sprinkle over the oat mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and set in the center.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (145g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg