Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of pecan pie with this healthy twist on baked oatmeal. Perfect for a make-ahead breakfast, this dish is packed with wholesome ingredients and a delightful pecan pie topping.
Ingredients
Scale
For the oatmeal:
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
For the topping:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Whisk wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, maple syrup, applesauce, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir to combine. Fold in chopped pecans.
- Prepare the dish: Pour the mixture into the baking dish and spread evenly.
- Add topping: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar with melted butter or coconut oil, then sprinkle over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden.
- Cool and serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Serve warm with milk or yogurt.
- Keeps well in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- To make it vegan, use a flax egg and plant-based milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
