Description
Berry Baked Oatmeal is a warm, wholesome breakfast featuring rolled oats mixed with cinnamon, almonds, and juicy frozen berries. This hearty dish is naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup and baked to golden perfection, making it a comforting and nutritious start to the day.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
- ¾ cup sliced almonds (divided)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups milk (dairy or dairy-free)
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter or coconut oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
Fruit
- 2 ½ cups frozen mixed berries
Instructions
- Grease the baking dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously grease a 9-inch square baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, half of the sliced almonds (½ cup), ground cinnamon, baking soda, and kosher salt. Stir until evenly blended.
- Whisk wet ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, honey or maple syrup, eggs, melted butter or coconut oil, and vanilla bean paste until smooth and fully combined.
- Combine mixtures and add berries: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold in the frozen mixed berries to distribute them evenly without breaking them up.
- Transfer and top: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish. For extra texture and flavor, sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup of sliced almonds and a few extra frozen berries on top.
- Bake the oatmeal: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the oatmeal is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm. Enjoy it plain or enhance with a dollop of yogurt or a drizzle of maple syrup for extra indulgence.
Notes
- This recipe is easily adaptable for dairy-free diets by using plant-based milk and coconut oil.
- For added crunch, stir in chopped nuts or seeds before baking.
- Feel free to substitute the frozen berries with fresh berries when in season, just reduce baking time slightly.
- Leftover baked oatmeal can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated before serving.
- Adding a pinch of nutmeg or orange zest can enhance the flavor profile.
