Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Wholesome Baked Oatmeal with Applesauce, a nourishing vegan breakfast that’s perfect for busy mornings or meal prep. This delightful dish combines rolled oats and sweet applesauce, creating a moist texture that’s both satisfying and flavorful. Infused with cinnamon and nutmeg, each bite is a cozy embrace to kickstart your day. Packed with nutrients and fiber, this recipe is customizable—add your favorite fruits or nuts for a personalized touch! Enjoy it warm from the oven or reheat throughout the week for a quick, heartwarming breakfast option.
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 (fresh or frozen) or other fruit (apples, pears, strawberries)
- 1 small sliced banana (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- Prepare flax eggs by mixing ground flaxseed with water; let sit for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients: oats, nuts, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together wet ingredients: applesauce, non-dairy milk, flax eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients; stir gently until combined.
- Fold in blueberries or other fruits if desired.
- Transfer to the prepared baking pan and bake for 35–45 minutes until almost set.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg