Description
This Best Baked Oatmeal recipe delivers a warm, hearty, and comforting breakfast perfect for busy mornings. Featuring rolled oats combined with brown sugar, eggs, milk, and a hint of cinnamon, it’s baked to golden perfection and sliced into bars for easy serving. Nutritious and delicious, it can be customized with your favorite toppings or fruits.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 6 cups rolled oats (uncooked)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 4 cups milk
- 1 stick butter (melted, about 1/2 cup)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Heat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Add wet ingredients: Crack in the eggs, then pour in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix everything thoroughly until the oats are well coated and the mixture is uniform.
- Bake the oatmeal: Spread the oat mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan. Place in the oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until the oatmeal is set and lightly golden on top.
- Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes. Slice into bars and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can add fresh or dried fruits like blueberries or raisins to the oat mixture before baking for extra flavor.
- Use almond milk or another milk alternative for a dairy-free version.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; reheat before serving.
- For a crunchier top, sprinkle nuts before baking.
- Adjust sweetness to taste by reducing or increasing brown sugar.
