EASY BAKED OATMEAL

Ingredients

• 2 cups Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats (certified gluten‑free if needed)
• 0.5 cup Sliced Almonds (optional, toasted for extra crunch)
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (adds warm flavor)
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda (helps the oatmeal rise slightly)
• 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt (enhances flavor)
• 1.75 cups Milk (dairy or dairy‑free (almond, soy, oat))
• 0.25 cup Honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
• 2 Large Eggs (room temperature)
• 2 tablespoons Butter (melted; can substitute coconut oil for dairy‑free)
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract (pure vanilla preferred)
• 2.5 cups Frozen Mixed Berries (any blend; no need to thaw)
• 0.25 cup Extra Berries for Garnish (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Extra Sliced Almonds for Garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Grease Dish

   Set the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9‑inch square baking dish with butter or coconut oil using a paper towel.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 375°F

2. Combine Dry Ingredients

   In a large mixing bowl, add 2 cups rolled oats, ½ cup sliced almonds, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, ½ tsp baking soda, and ½ tsp kosher salt. Stir until evenly distributed.

   Time: PT5M

3. Mix Wet Ingredients

   In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ¾ cups milk, ¼ cup honey (or maple syrup), 2 large eggs, 2 tbsp melted butter (or coconut oil), and 2 tsp vanilla extract until lightly frothy.

   Time: PT5M

4. Combine All Ingredients and Add Berries

   Pour the wet mixture into the dry‑ingredient bowl. Add 2½ cups frozen mixed berries. Stir gently; the milk may turn a bluish‑purple color—that’s normal.

   Time: PT3M

5. Transfer to Baking Dish and Garnish

   Spread the batter evenly in the greased baking dish. Dot the top with the extra berries and sprinkle the remaining sliced almonds if using.

   Time: PT3M

6. Bake

   Place the dish in the oven and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are golden.

   Time: PT45M

   Temperature: 375°F

7. Cool Slightly and Serve

   Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Scoop portions onto plates, optionally topping with a dollop of yogurt.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

320

Protein

11 g

Carbohydrates

44 g

Fat

10 g

Fiber

7 g