Description
Wholesome Baked Oatmeal with Applesauce (Vegan) is a nourishing and comforting breakfast option perfect for busy mornings or meal prepping. This delightful dish combines rolled oats with applesauce, creating a moist and flavorful baked treat that can be customized with your favorite fruits and nuts. Ideal for families or anyone seeking a healthy start to the day, this recipe is quick to prepare and can be enjoyed fresh from the oven or reheated throughout the week. With its budget-friendly ingredients and high fiber content, it’s not just satisfying but also kind on your wallet. Enjoy this versatile breakfast that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 3/4 cups non-dairy milk
- 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan (9×9-inch or 11×7-inch).
- Prepare flax eggs by mixing ground flaxseed with water and let it sit for about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, chopped nuts, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together applesauce, non-dairy milk, flax eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients; stir until just mixed.
- Fold in blueberries or other fruit choices; pour into the prepared pan and top with sliced banana if desired.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes, until the center is almost set.
- Let cool for about 5 minutes before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approximately 112g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg