Baked Oatmeal

Ingredients

• 2 cups Old-Fashioned Oats (Rolled oats give a chewier texture; can substitute quick‑cooking oats for a softer result)
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder (Helps the oatmeal puff and stay fluffy)
• 0.33 cup Brown Sugar (Packed; adjust to taste, less than original recipe)
• 0.33 cup Raisins (Optional; rehydrate during baking; can replace with dried cranberries or chocolate chips)
• 2.33 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (2 tsp melted for the wet mix plus 2 tbsp added later; can use margarine or coconut oil)
• 1.5 cups Milk (2% recommended; any milk or non‑dairy alternative works)
• 1 large Egg (Room temperature; provides structure)
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened Applesauce (Adds moisture and subtle sweetness without apple flavor)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 375°F and let it preheat while you prepare the batter.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 375°F

2. Combine Dry Ingredients

   Measure 2 cups old‑fashioned oats, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/3 cup packed brown sugar, and 1/3 cup raisins into a bowl. Whisk with a fork to break up the sugar.

   Time: PT3M

3. Melt Butter

   Place 2 teaspoons unsalted butter in a microwave‑safe bowl and melt for about 30 seconds, stirring halfway.

   Time: PT1M

4. Mix Wet Ingredients

   In a liquid measuring cup combine 1.5 cups milk, 1 large egg, 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce, and the 2 tbsp melted butter. Whisk until smooth.

   Time: PT2M

5. Combine Wet and Dry

   Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly incorporated.

   Time: PT2M

6. Prepare Baking Dish

   Grease an 8×8 glass baking dish with butter or cooking spray.

   Time: PT1M

7. Transfer Batter

   Pour the batter into the prepared dish and smooth the top with the back of a spoon.

   Time: PT1M

8. Bake

   Bake at 375°F for 20‑25 minutes, until the center is set and a toothpick comes out clean (no runny egg).

   Time: PT25M

   Temperature: 375°F

9. Cool Slightly

   Remove from oven and let the baked oatmeal cool in the dish for 5‑10 minutes before serving.

   Time: PT8M

10. Serve

    Cut into squares and serve warm, optionally topped with a splash of heavy cream or half‑and‑half and fresh raspberries.

    Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

6 g

Carbohydrates

40 g

Fat

6 g

Fiber

4 g