Description

This Strawberry Baked Oatmeal is a warm, comforting breakfast dish featuring wholesome oats baked to perfection with fresh strawberries, almond milk, and a hint of vanilla. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and accented by juicy strawberry slices on top, it’s a nutritious and delicious way to start your day.

Ingredients

Scale

Dry Ingredients

2 cups old fashioned oats
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups chopped strawberries, divided

Wet Ingredients

1 1/2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or milk of your choice)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Sliced strawberries, for topping

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan with cooking spray and set it aside to prepare for the batter.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the oats, baking powder, and kosher salt. Stir to distribute evenly and set aside.
Blend Strawberries and Milk: Place 1 cup of the chopped strawberries and the unsweetened vanilla almond milk into a blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the blended strawberry milk over the oat mixture. Add the melted butter, eggs, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir everything together until a uniform batter forms. Gently fold in the remaining 1 cup of chopped strawberries for bursts of fresh fruit in the oatmeal.
Assemble and Add Topping: Pour the oatmeal batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly. Top with additional sliced strawberries to add a fresh, decorative, and flavorful finish.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until the oatmeal is set and the top is lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes to firm up.
Serve: Cut the baked oatmeal into squares and serve warm. Enjoy this hearty and healthy strawberry baked oatmeal as a satisfying breakfast or snack.

Notes

You can substitute almond milk with any milk of choice such as soy, cow’s, or oat milk.
For a vegan version, use egg replacers and plant-based butter.
Use fresh or frozen strawberries; if frozen, thaw and drain excess liquid before use.
Adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg can enhance the flavor.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; reheat before serving.
You can add chopped nuts or seeds for extra texture and nutrition.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

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