Description
These gluten-free apple cinnamon baked oatmeal squares are soft, hearty, and warmly spiced, featuring tender apple pieces in every bite. They make a convenient breakfast or snack and are perfect for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 cups certified gluten-free old-fashioned oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced (about 2 cups)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk of choice
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Optional topping: 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans
- Optional topping: 1 tablespoon gluten-free oats for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Add diced apples and toss to coat with the oat mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until evenly combined. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle with chopped nuts and extra oats if using.
- Bake for 32–38 minutes until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
- Cut into 9 squares and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Stir 1/4 cup chopped nuts into the batter for extra crunch.
- Add 1/4 cup raisins or chopped dates for extra sweetness.
- Use dairy-free milk and coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
- Swap apples with pears or a combination of apple and blueberries.
- Mix in 2 tablespoons almond or sunflower seed butter for a richer texture.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
