Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal

Get ready for fall with this healthy Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal! Made with rolled oats, diced apples, cinnamon, and maple syrup, this baked oatmeal is perfect for enjoying on crisp mornings. It’s a great breakfast, but it’s also tasty enough to be enjoyed as a dessert!

A simple apple pie baked oatmeal recipe

If I had to describe fall in one recipe, it would be this healthy apple pie baked oatmeal. Something about apple pie just gets me in the fall mood! My family loves to enjoy homemade apple pie with ice cream on Thanksgiving, so that could be the reason. But either way, this dish just screams autumn. It’s warm, cozy, and everything delicious.

The great news is that this recipe is much easier to prepare than the average apple pie. It tastes just as great too! Win-win.

Apple pie baked oatmeal video

Apple pie will always hold a special place in my heart, so I was so excited to turn this favorite dessert of mine into a breakfast recipe. If you know me at all by now, you know that I’m all about those dessert-for-breakfast creations!

This apple pie baked oatmeal is just that. It’s got the warm cozy cinnamon flavor that comes with apple pie, but it’s all wrapped up in a better-for-you breakfast version. Made with rolled oats, pecans, apples, and sweetened only with maple syrup, this recipe is filled with fiber and healthy fats to keep you full all morning!

Ingredients in this easy apple pie oatmeal bake

This recipe brings together a number of pantry staples for a delicious and well rounded breakfast option. From rolled oats and almond milk to eggs, maple syrup, and apples, we’re loading up this recipe with protein, healthy fats, fiber, and tasty flavors.

• Rolled oats: 2 cups of rolled oats will form the base of this apple oatmeal recipe.
• Baking powder: 1 tsp of baking powder will ensure that it rises properly.
• Spices: Next, it’s time to add flavor! Do so by including the following spices: 1 tsp of cinnamon, 1/2 tsp of nutmeg, and 1/4 tsp of salt!
• Almond milk: Almond milk helps to create a batter-like texture. Use 1 and 3/4 cup.
• Eggs: Next, 2 eggs will help the ingredients come together properly.
• Maple syrup: Want to add some deliciously sweet flavor without using granulated sugar? To do this, use 1/3 cup of pure maple syrup.
• Vanilla extract: Vanilla extract is a must! Use 2 tsp, and be sure not to skip this ingredient. It makes a difference!
• Apples: 2 medium apples are going to add the perfect fall flavor to the dish. Be sure to dice them into small pieces before adding to the mixture.
• Pecans: Last but not least, finish off the recipe with 1/2 cup of chopped pecans (or any other type of nut).

Kitchen tools used to prepare this apple oatmeal recipe

For a smooth and efficient cooking process, grab the following kitchen tools before you begin:

• 8×8 casserole dish
• Cutting board
• Chopping knife
• Large mixing bowl
• Stirring utensil
• Medium mixing bowl
• Measuring cups: 1/4 tsp, 1/2 tsp, 1 tsp, 1/3 cup, 1/2 cup, 1 cup

How to make apple pie baked oatmeal

Start by mixing your dry ingredients – oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder and salt – in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, mix the eggs, almond milk, vanilla, and maple syrup.

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until combined. Next, simply stir in the chopped apple and pecans.

Add the mixture to a greased 8×8 baking dish and press down lightly to ensure all oats are soaked. Top with extra pecans and apples if you wish!

Bake at 375°F for 40-45 minutes. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Why I love baked oatmeal

I have no shortage of baked oatmeal recipes on my site because I absolutely love them! There’s nothing better than having a warm, healthy breakfast ready for you on a cool fall morning. Some of my favorite previous baked oatmeal recipes include this healthy carrot cake baked oatmeal, my banana bread baked oatmeal, and these baked blueberry oatmeal cups (no cutting required!).

There are so many reasons to love baked oatmeal. Here are just a few!  

• You probably already have everything on hand. The base of this recipe is oats, almond milk, maple syrup, and eggs, all of which are fridge and pantry staples!
• It comes together quickly and easily. Once you’ve mixed your wet and dry ingredients, simply pop the pan in the oven. No stirring required.
• It’s customizable. Don’t have pecans? Sub your favorite nut. You could also leave the nuts out.
• It stays good in the fridge all week. That means a healthy, hearty, hassle-free breakfast is ready to enjoy in the mornings. Plus, it’s family friendly! Kids will love enjoying this “apple pie” for breakfast.

Serving apple pie baked oatmeal

I like to allow my baked oatmeal to cool, and then I slice it up and store it in individual portions. That way, I can just grab a square in the morning and quickly reheat it.

I’ve found that the best way to reheat baked oatmeal is to pour a splash of almond milk (or your favorite type) over the top before microwaving or reheating in the oven. This prevents the oatmeal from drying out.

This apple pie baked oatmeal is great on its own, but feel free to spice things up a bit when serving. I love to top mine with a spoonful of Siggi’s yogurt, some peanut butter, and a little bit of maple syrup. Another idea is to top it with some additional fruit and nuts for some crunch!

Apple baked oatmeal can be refrigerated or frozen. Refrigerated leftovers will be good for up to about 5 days (perfect for meal prep!), and frozen leftovers can be enjoyed within 1-2 months. Place the leftovers in aluminum foil or airtight containers before storing.

If you liked this recipe, you’ll want to try these!

Are you looking for some more oatmeal or oatmeal adjacent recipes? Here are four favorites! The Pumpkin Oat Bars are a great grab-and-go option that I love to prep ahead of time for busy weeks!

• Healthy Berry Baked Oatmeal
• Creamy Steel Cut Oatmeal
• Pumpkin Oat Bars
• Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal

If you make this recipe, be sure to comment below and let me know how it was! Also tag @erinliveswhole on Instagram and use the hashtag #erinliveswhole so I can see it and feature you!

Recipe by Erin Antoniak and Photos by Bake and Bacon