A warm breakfast feels especially inviting during the winter months, and this Baked Oatmeal makes it easy to feed a crowd or prepare breakfast for the week ahead. It’s filled with whole-grain oats, nuts and berries, with just enough sweetness to make it feel like a treat.
Baked Oatmeal with Nuts & Berries
Serves: 8
Prep time: 10 minutes
Bake time: 35–40 minutes
Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups milk of choice
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 tablespoon melted butter or olive oil
- Additional berries and nuts for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, cinnamon, baking powder and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, maple syrup and vanilla.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the oat mixture and stir until combined.
- Gently fold in the blueberries, raspberries and chopped nuts.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Drizzle with melted butter or olive oil and top with additional berries and nuts.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Let cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Tip
Baked oatmeal keeps well in the refrigerator for several days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave and add a splash of milk before serving for a softer texture.