Description
Wholesome Baked Oatmeal with Applesauce (Vegan) is the perfect solution for busy mornings or meal prep days. This easy-to-make dish combines rolled oats and the natural sweetness of applesauce, delivering a nutritious and delicious breakfast. Each serving is customizable, allowing you to add your favorite fruits and nuts, making it ideal for families and individuals alike. Enjoy it warm from the oven or reheated throughout the week for a hearty start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 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
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup blueberries or other fruits
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- Prepare flax eggs by mixing ground flaxseed with water and letting it sit for about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped nuts, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, whisk together applesauce, non-dairy milk, prepared flax eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in blueberries or your preferred fruit, then transfer to the baking pan.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes until almost set; cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg