DESCRIPTION OF AUTUMN HARVEST OATMEAL BAKE
The Autumn Harvest Oatmeal Bake is a warm, inviting breakfast that encapsulates the essence of fall with every spoonful. This dish combines hearty rolled oats, sweet shredded apples, and aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, baked to perfection. Enhanced with a decadent maple cream cheese glaze, it offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavours that make it a hit for any breakfast or brunch table. Ideal for chilly mornings, this oatmeal bake is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, providing a wholesome start to your day.
RECIPE CATEGORY
- Breakfast
- Brunch
SERVING SIZE
8 servings
CUISINE
American
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
- Bake
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
- Fall Gatherings
- Weekend Brunch
- Holiday Breakfast
- Comfort Food
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
- Healthy
- High Fiber
- Low Fat
- Vegetarian
DISH TYPE OF AUTUMN HARVEST OATMEAL BAKE
- Breakfast Bake
INGREDIENTS FOR AUTUMN HARVEST OATMEAL BAKE
- 2 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- Pinch of nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups almond milk
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups shredded apple
- 1/3 cup raisins
- 3 tablespoons chopped pecans
Maple Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 3 ounces cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon almond milk
- Dash of cinnamon
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: 240 per serving
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fat: 7g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
PREPARATION FOR AUTUMN HARVEST OATMEAL BAKE
- Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Whisk Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond milk, applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Mixtures: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until well combined. Fold in the shredded apples, raisins, and pecans.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a baking dish and pour the mixture into it, spreading evenly.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden and the centre is set.
- Prepare Glaze: While the oatmeal bakes, whisk together cream cheese, maple syrup, almond milk, and a dash of cinnamon until smooth.
- Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the warm oatmeal and bake before serving.
PREP TIME
15 minutes
COOKING TIME
40 minutes
TIPS FOR AUTUMN HARVEST OATMEAL BAKE
- Perfect Texture: For a crunchier top, broil the oatmeal bake for the last 2-3 minutes of baking.
- Apple Varieties: Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for a more complex flavour.
- Nut Substitutions: Swap pecans with walnuts or almonds for different textures and tastes.
VARIATIONS
- Protein Boost: Stir in a scoop of your favourite protein powder to the wet ingredients for an added protein kick.
- Berry Delight: Add a cup of fresh or frozen berries to the mixture before baking for a fruity twist.
- Vegan Adaptation: Use flax eggs instead of regular eggs and vegan cream cheese for the glaze.
PREPPING AND STORAGE GUIDE FOR AUTUMN HARVEST OATMEAL BAKE
- Refrigeration: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: Freeze individual slices for quick breakfast options; reheat in the microwave when ready to eat.