1/4 cup unsalted butter, plus more for the baking dish
3 cups rolled oats
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
2 large eggs
1 3/4 cups milk
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup maple syrup
Fresh or frozen berries, optional
Coarsely chopped pecans or walnuts, optional
Chocolate chips, optional
Maple syrup or yogurt, for serving, optional
Steps to Make It
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Gather the ingredients.
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Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat to 350 F. Grease an 8-x 8-inch or 9-x 9-inch baking dish with butter or baking spray.
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Melt 1/4 cup of butter in a small saucepan over low heat or microwave in a microwave-safe bowl until melted. Set aside.
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In a large bowl combine the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to blend the ingredients.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, and maple syrup until combined.
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Add the egg mixture and melted butter to the oats, then mix until well blended.
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If desired, stir in 1 to 2 cups of any additional mix-ins, such as berries, nuts, or chocolate chips.
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Pour the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading into an even layer. Bake until golden brown and set, 35 to 45 minutes.
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Let cool for 5 minutes. To serve, slice or scoop the baked oatmeal onto plates, then drizzle with syrup or top with yogurt, if desired.
Recipe Variations
- Vegan With Flax Eggs: To make 2 flax eggs, combine 2 tablespoons of ground flax seeds with 6 tablespoons of warm water. Mix and let stand for about 20 minutes. or until the texture is like gelatin.
- Add about 1/4 cup of pumpkin, applesauce, or mashed banana.
- Swirl a few tablespoons of jam or preserves into the oatmeal before baking.
- Use non-dairy milk, such as coconut, almond, oat, or soy milk.
- For more servings, double the recipe and bake in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan or 3-quart baking dish for the same amount of time.
- Replace the maple syrup with honey, use brown sugar, or a combination of brown sugar, maple syrup or honey.
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