Can you prep Baked Oatmeal ahead of time?

Yes, you can prep baked oatmeal (unbaked) ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3-6 months. Thaw and bake per instructions. You can also fully cook and cool the baked oatmeal ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Just rewarm individual portions in the microwave. Our readers have told us that they freeze fully cooked, individual portions of baked oatmeal in the freezer, as well, and rewarm in the microwave.

How should I store Baked Oatmeal?

Let it cool completely. Cover and place in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Can you use quick oats in baked oatmeal?

While you can use quick oats in baked oatmeal, it's best to use rolled oats because they give the dish a heartier texture. Quick oats or instant oats can result in a denser, mushier result.

Is baked oatmeal gluten-free or dairy-free?

Baked oatmeal can be made gluten-free or dairy-free with these substitutions: Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free milk in the recipe. Gluten-Free Option: Make sure your oats say “gluten-free” on the package.

Can I make this in an 8x8-inch square dish?

Yes, this recipe will also work in a smaller dish. Just cook it 10-15 minutes longer or until it's set in the middle.

Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal

Name: Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 3/4 cups old fashioned oats; 1/4 cup ground flaxseed (or substitute more oats); 2/3 cup brown sugar; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 2 eggs; 1 cup milk (your choice); 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional); 1 apple, peeled, cored and finely diced; 1/4 cup raisins (sub: dried cranberries)

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Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal

This recipe is hearty, healthy, delicious, and fairly adaptable to whatever ingredients you have on hand. Plus, leftovers keep well in the fridge for several days. Serve it up as a tasty start to your day or as a “breakfast-for-dinner”, along with bacon and a fruit salad.

Yield: 6 servings 1x

Prep: 15 minutesCook: 20 minutesTotal: 35 minutes

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Ingredients

2 3/4 cups old fashioned oats
1/4 cup ground flaxseed (or substitute more oats)
2/3 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 eggs
1 cup milk (your choice)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
1 apple, peeled, cored and finely diced
1/4 cup raisins (sub: dried cranberries)

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Instructions

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Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
In a large bowl, whisk together the oats, flaxseed, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder.
In a separate bowl, whisk together melted (and cooled) butter, eggs, and milk.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ones and stir until combined well. Gently stir in the walnuts/pecans, apples, and raisins.
Pour batter into baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. Serve with warm milk and a bit more brown sugar on top, if desired.

Freeze For Later: Prepare according to directions but freeze the baked oatmeal before baking. Wrap tightly in a few layers of plastic wrap and one layer of foil. Place in the back of the freezer for up to 3 months.

Prepare From Frozen: Thaw in the fridge for 24 hours and bake according to directions. You can also defrost in the microwave and bake.

Notes/Tips

Dairy-Free Option: Use plain dairy-free milk in the recipe.
Gluten-Free Option: Make sure your oats say “gluten-free” on the package.
You can use quick oats instead of old-fashioned oats in the recipe.
Take it over the top with our Maple Whipped Cream on top!
Because this recipe is so easy, it works great to double and freeze like we do in our 1 Hour Freezer Prep Sessions.
Top with nuts like sliced almonds or chopped pecans for additional protein and crunch.

Cuisine: American Method: Baking

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