Best Baked Oatmeal Dessert for a Cozy, Guilt-Free Sweet Treat
A warm, cozy, and naturally sweetened Baked Oatmeal Dessert that tastes like a healthy pie. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a guilt-free dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Baking, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups milk (dairy or unsweetened almond milk)
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, egg, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in berries and nuts.
- Pour mixture into prepared dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and set.
- Cool for 5 minutes before serving warm.
Notes
For a vegan option, use a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water) and plant-based milk. For a nut-free version, omit nuts or use seeds.
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