Morning Glory Baked Oats are a delicious, nutritious, and easy breakfast option. Here’s a simple recipe to make them:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy like almond or oat milk)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped apple (peeled or unpeeled)
- 1/4 cup raisins or currants (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Prepare the wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the mix-ins: Stir the shredded carrots, chopped apple, raisins, walnuts, and shredded coconut (if using) into the wet ingredients.
- Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir everything together until well combined.
- Pour into the baking dish: Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until the oats are set and lightly golden on top. A toothpick should come out clean from the center.
- Serve: Let it cool slightly before cutting into squares. You can enjoy it warm or at room temperature, topped with a dollop of yogurt, a drizzle of honey, or extra fruit!
Optional Add-ins:
- Chia seeds or flaxseeds for extra fiber.
- A splash of orange juice or zest for extra flavor.
- Swap in other fruits like pears, bananas, or berries.
These baked oats are great for meal prep too! They keep well in the fridge for a few days or can be frozen for later. Enjoy!
