Description

Kick-start your morning with this nourishing apple-and-oat tray bake—think tender oats, juicy apple chunks, and warming cinnamon all baked into one hearty dish. It’s simple to pull together, full of fiber and protein, and ideal for batch-cooking ahead so you can grab-and-go on busy days.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups rolled oats (old‑fashioned)

1½ cups milk or dairy‑free alternative (e.g., almond milk)

1 large apple, cored and chopped

2 large eggs

¼ cup pure maple syrup or honey

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon baking powder

¼ teaspoon fine sea salt

¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional for extra crunch)

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Instructions

Heat & Prep
- Preheat your oven to 350 °F (175 °C).
- Grease an 8×8‑inch (or similar) baking dish with a little butter or nonstick spray.
Combine Wet Ingredients
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla until smooth.
Add Dry Ingredients
- Stir in the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until everything is evenly coated.
Fold in Apples & Nuts
- Gently mix in the chopped apples and, if you like, the nuts for a satisfying textural contrast.
Bake to Golden Perfection
- Transfer the mixture into your prepared dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes—or until the surface turns golden and the center feels set to the touch.
Cool & Serve
- Allow the bake to rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. Serve it warm straight from the oven, or chill in the fridge and reheat portions throughout the week.

Notes

Variations & Tips

Vegan Swap: Use almond milk and replace the eggs with flax eggs (1 Tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 Tbsp water per egg).
Fruit Twist: Swap apples for chopped pears, blueberries, or mixed berries for a different flavor profile.
Serving Suggestions: Drizzle with extra maple syrup, dollop with yogurt, or sprinkle with extra nuts for added flair.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Breakfast

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 222 kcal
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 140mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 35mg