Delicious and Nutritious Baked Oatmeal for a Cozy Morning Breakfast

This baked oatmeal dish is a cozy and filling breakfast option, perfect for enjoying on a lazy weekend morning or serving to guests at a bed and breakfast. Packed with wholesome oats, sweet fruit, and warm spices, this dish is both delicious and nutritious.

Ingredients

• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup applesauce
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup diced apples
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, mix together oats, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, applesauce, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Stir in diced apples, dried cranberries, and chopped pecans.
6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until set and golden brown.
7. Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup or a dollop of yogurt.

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