Name: Amish-Style Apple and Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Amish
Ingredients: 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats; 1½ tsp baking powder; 2 tsp ground cinnamon; ¼ tsp ground nutmeg; ¾ tsp salt; ½ cup lightly packed brown sugar; 2½ cups milk; 2 large eggs; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 4 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil; 2-3 large apples (Honeycrisp or Gala), peeled and diced

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Introduction

This Amish-Style Apple and Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal is a comforting and hearty breakfast that combines warm spices with tender baked apples. It’s perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekends, offering a cozy start to your day.

A close-up view of a warm oatmeal dish served on a white plate with decorative edges. The oatmeal is soft and creamy with visible oats mixed in a brown, cinnamon-spiced sauce. On top and throughout the oatmeal are tender, cubed apple pieces with a light yellow color and a slightly glazed texture. The plate is set against a white marbled surface, and the background is softly blurred with a red object in the distance. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1½ tsp baking powder
2 tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
¾ tsp salt
½ cup lightly packed brown sugar
2½ cups milk
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
4 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
2-3 large apples (Honeycrisp or Gala), peeled and diced

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 325°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and brown sugar until evenly combined.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 4: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir in the melted butter or coconut oil until well mixed.
Step 5: Scatter the diced apples evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Step 6: Pour the oatmeal mixture over the apples, spreading it out evenly.
Step 7: Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the oatmeal is set.
Step 8: Allow to cool slightly before serving for the best texture and flavor.

Tips & Variations

Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a tangier contrast or mix apple varieties for added depth.
Add a handful of chopped nuts or raisins for extra texture and sweetness.
Try swapping the milk for almond or oat milk to make it dairy-free.
For a sweeter dish, drizzle honey or maple syrup on top before serving.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat portions in the microwave until warm, adding a splash of milk if needed to soften. This oatmeal also freezes well for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Serve

This image shows a square white baking dish with a sliced serving of apple crisp inside. The bottom layer has soft, chunky light-yellow apple pieces mixed with cinnamon brown sauce. Over the apples, there is a thick, crumbly oat topping that is golden brown and crunchy with small bits of oats and cinnamon visible. The oat mixture looks slightly caramelized and sticky, covering the apples evenly. The white marbled texture is in the background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe vegan?

Yes, replace the eggs with flax eggs (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water per egg) and use a plant-based milk and coconut oil or vegan butter for the dairy alternatives.

Can I prepare this oatmeal the night before?

Absolutely. Assemble the dish as directed, cover it tightly, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, bake it for the same amount of time; it may need a few extra minutes if still cold from the fridge.