Why will you love this Pan Baked Oatmeal?
This Pan Baked Oatmeal is all you need to warm up your taste senses to a delicious apple cinnamon filled morning. It is yummy and nutritious and as most of our recipes, this delicious treat is vegan, gluten free, refined sugar free, and free of colorants.
Key ingredients and items you need for the Pan Baked Oatmeal
Ingredients
- Gluten free instant oats
- Bananas
- Apples, any apples you like
- Chia seeds: use black or white. I used Navitas Organic Chia Seeds
- Ground cinnamon
- Almond milk or any plant-based milk
- Walnuts, or any nuts you prefer
- Optional: maple syrup, caramel, or liquid chocolate to drizzle
Items
- Measuring spoons: 1 tablespoon
- Measuring cups: 1 cup
- Mixing spoons: 1
- Square baking pan
- Fork to smash the bananas
- Cutting board and knife for the apples
What makes this Pan Baked Oatmeal “healthy” and what are the nutritious benefits?
This Pan Baked Oatmeal is fully plant based and as such it is egg free, dairy free, and free of animal ingredients. It is also gluten free and does not have added sweeteners. It only contains the natural sweet taste of the bananas and apples. You may drizzle maple syrup or caramel if you desire to do so, but it tastes super delicious with just sprinkling ground cinnamon when serving.
The star ingredient of this dish is the oats, and then apples and bananas second. The addition of ground cinnamon, chia seeds, and walnuts gives this baked oatmeal dish an extra dose of antioxidants and phytonutrients.
Oats, known scientifically Avena sativa, are among the most nutrient dense foods you can eat. Oats are great source of carbs and fiber and provide more protein than most grains (1). In addition, they are very high in vitamins and minerals.
How to make Pan Baked Oatmeal step by step
- Preheat your oven to 350° and lightly grease a square pan with coconut oil or any oil you prefer. Or line your pan with oven safe parchment paper.
- Smash the bananas, 1 or 2 bananas would be perfect. Add the oats, the chia seeds, ground cinnamon, nuts, almond milk, and mix gently.
- Peel and remove the core of your apples. Then slice them and cut them in about 1-inch squares. Add them at the top and mix just a little.
- Bake for about 20-30 minutes checking every few minutes to make sure the apples do not get too dry.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool down a few minutes, then serve warm. Sprinkle ground cinnamon and drizzle some maple syrup or caramel on top. Some chocolate sirup may also work beautifully.
- Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed container and enjoy within a day or two.
Useful tips and tricks for the perfect Pan Baked Oatmeal
- Optional Add-Ins and Variations: This recipe has no sweetener added. For a gluten free option, make sure your oats are gluten free certified. The apples can be substituted with frozen or fresh berries, or peaches.
- How to serve this pan baked oatmeal or what to serve it with? Serving this yummy treat is best when it is warm. Add your favorite drizzle on top of the apples such as agave, maple syrup, or caramel. Even chocolate chips or syrup will go with it.
- How to store this pan baked oatmeal with apples? Store covered in the fridge for 1 to 2 days.
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The warm tones of apple cinnamon will fill your kitchen with the exquisite aroma, will delight your taste buds, and nourish your body.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350° and lightly grease a square pan with coconut oil or any oil you prefer.
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Smash the bananas, 1 or 2 bananas would be perfect. Add the oats, the chia seeds, ground cinnamon, nuts, almond milk and mix.
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Peel and remove the core of your apples. Then slice them and cut them in about 1-inch squares. Add them at the top and mix just a little.
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Bake for about 20-30 minutes checking every few minutes to make sure the apples do not get too dry.
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Remove from the oven and let it cool down a few minutes, then serve warm. Sprinkle ground cinnamon and drizzle some maple syrup or caramel on top. Some chocolate sirup may also work beautifully.
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Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed container and enjoy within a day or two.
Note
- Optional Add-Ins and Variations: This recipe has no sweetener added. For a gluten free option, make sure your oats are gluten free certified. The apples can be substituted with frozen or fresh berries, or peaches.
- How to serve this pan baked oatmeal or what to serve it with? Serving this yummy treat is best when it is warm. Add your favorite drizzle on top of the apples such as agave, maple syrup, or caramel. Even chocolate chips or syrup will go with it.
- How to store this pan baked oatmeal with apples? Store covered in the fridge for 1 to 2 days.
