If you’re craving cozy comfort food that feels like apple pie for breakfast, this Amish‑Style Apple and Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal is just what you need. Crispy on the outside, creamy inside, and bursting with warm spices and juicy apples—perfect for mornings that need a little extra love.
Why You’ll Love This Breakfast
Make-Ahead Convenience: Prep it the night before, bake in the morning.
Heartwarming Flavor: Apple and cinnamon pair beautifully for that nostalgic taste.
Textural Delight: Crunchy top, soft and creamy interior.
Customizable: Add nuts, dried fruit, or swap in different spices.
Family Favorite: Kid-approved and perfect for breakfast-for-dinner nights.
Ingredients (Serves 8)
- 3 cups old‑fashioned rolled oats
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ¾ tsp salt
- ½ cup brown sugar (or substitute maple syrup/coconut sugar)
- 2½ cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 2 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 Tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
- 2–3 apples, peeled and diced (Honeycrisp or Gala)
Optional Add‑Ins
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries
- Drizzle of caramel or maple syrup for serving
Method
1. Prep and Preheat
Grease a 9×13″ baking dish (or 9×9″ for thicker results). Preheat oven to 325 °F (163 °C).
2. Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl whisk together oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, salt, and brown sugar.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl whisk milk, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Bring It Together
Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients, stir in melted butter or oil until combined. Batter will be loose.
5. Layer and Bake
Sprinkle diced apples evenly in the baking dish. Pour oatmeal mixture over top.
For make‑ahead: Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Bake for 35–45 minutes until golden and set (a slight jiggle is okay).
Tips for Success
- Apple Variety: Blend tart and sweet apples—Granny Smith + Honeycrisp = ideal.
- Crispy Finish: Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for a crunchy top—watch carefully!
- Freezer-Friendly: Cool, slice into portions, and freeze up to 3 months.
Variations
- Steel-Cut Oats? Not recommended—they won’t soften properly.
- No Apples? Try berries or banana for a different twist.
- Got sogginess? Might need a firmer bake or less liquid, or choose a smaller dish.
Serving & Storage
Serving Ideas:
- Set up a breakfast bar with yogurt, nuts, syrup, or fresh fruit.
- Enjoy as a warm dessert topped with vanilla ice cream.
- For grab-and-go convenience, slice, wrap, and store in the fridge.
Storage: Refrigerate leftover in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat individually.
Freezing: Perfect for make‑ahead meals—toast slices or microwave with a splash of milk.
Final Thoughts
This Amish‑Style Apple and Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal offers a perfect balance of texture and flavor—warm, comforting, and endlessly adaptable. Whether you’re meal‑prepping or indulging in a relaxed weekend, it’s a deliciously effortless way to start (or end) your day. Once you bake it, you’ll be hooked!
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Amish‑Style Apple and Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
If you’re craving cozy comfort food that feels like apple pie for breakfast, this Amish‑Style Apple and Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal is just what you need. Crispy on the outside, creamy inside, and bursting with warm spices and juicy apples—perfect for mornings that need a little extra love.
Ingredients
- 3 cups old‑fashioned rolled oats
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ¾ tsp salt
- ½ cup brown sugar (or substitute maple syrup/coconut sugar)
- 2½ cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 2 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 Tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
- 2–3 apples, peeled and diced (Honeycrisp or Gala)
- Optional Add‑Ins:
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries
- Drizzle of caramel or maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- Prep and Preheat: Grease a 9×13″ baking dish (or 9×9″ for thicker results). Preheat oven to 325 °F (163 °C).
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl whisk together oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, salt, and brown sugar.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl whisk milk, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Bring It Together: Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients, stir in melted butter or oil until combined. Batter will be loose.
- Layer and Bake: Sprinkle diced apples evenly in the baking dish. Pour oatmeal mixture over top.
For make‑ahead: Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Bake for 35–45 minutes until golden and set (a slight jiggle is okay).
Notes
Apple Variety: Blend tart and sweet apples—Granny Smith + Honeycrisp = ideal. Crispy Finish: Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for a crunchy top—watch carefully! Freezer-Friendly: Cool, slice into portions, and freeze up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Amish, American
Keywords: baked oatmeal, apple cinnamon breakfast, make ahead oatmeal, amish oatmeal