Vanilla Brown Butter Pear Baked Oatmeal
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Vanilla Brown Butter Pear Baked Oatmeal
Description
Vanilla Brown Butter Pear Baked Oatmeal combines rolled oats with cinnamon and baking powder for structure and flavor. Browned butter lends a nutty, rich depth that enhances the sweetness of diced ripe Bartlett pears. The mix of eggs, pure maple syrup, and almond milk binds the oats while adding moistness. After baking in a greased pan, the result is soft and tender oatmeal with a golden surface, and optional walnuts lend a slight crunch. The scent of vanilla and browned butter complements the gentle fruitiness.
The oatmeal can be served warm, making it suitable for a cozy breakfast or light brunch. Its sturdy texture holds well to slicing, which makes it convenient for leftover servings or packed meals. The recipe accommodates substitutions such as vegan butter or coconut oil for dairy-free diets and gluten-free oats for gluten intolerance, accommodating various dietary needs.
To brown the butter, constant whisking over medium heat develops an amber color and nutty aroma without burning. The oatmeal mixture then combines all dry and wet ingredients before baking at 350°F in a greased pan. Cooling briefly before serving helps it set, making it easier to portion. Adding walnuts on top before baking introduces a nice textural contrast but can be omitted if preferred.
Ingredients
- Wet Ingredients:
- ¼ cup butter
- 2 egg
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 ¾ cups almond milk unsweetened, or any milk of choice
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups rolled oats old fashioned
- 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- mix-ins
- 2 Bartlett pear small to medium, ripe, diced
- Optional:
- ¼ cup walnuts finely diced, or sub pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x9 inch pan with oil or nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- *First, brown your butter: add butter to a small saucepan and place over medium heat. Once melted, the butter will begin to crackle, and then eventually foam. This will take a few minutes. Make sure you whisk constantly during this process. After a couple of minutes, the butter will begin to brown and turn a nice golden amber color on the bottom of the saucepan. Continue to whisk and remove from heat as soon as the butter begins to brown and give off a nutty aroma. Set aside to cool for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, pure maple syrup, almond milk and vanilla extract.
- Add the dry ingredients to the bowl with the wet ingredients: oats, cinnamon, baking powder and salt. Mix until combined, then stir in diced pears and finally, the browned butter.
- Pour mixture into the prepared pan and smooth top. Sprinkle the top with chopped walnuts, if using. Bake for 35-45 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden brown and center is set. Remove from the oven, allow to cool for 10 minutes, then cut into 6 slices and serve.
Notes
- To keep this baked oatmeal dairy-free, substitute vegan butter or melted coconut oil for the butter, but avoid browning these alternatives as they do not brown like real butter.
- Use gluten-free rolled oats if a gluten-free version is desired.
- Maple syrup sweetens naturally; adjust amount or type of sweetener as preferred.
- This baked oatmeal can be frozen and reheated; let cool completely before freezing in portions.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 293 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving (based on 6) | |
| Calories | 293cal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 35.9g | 12% |
| Protein | 6.6g | 13% |
| Fat | 15.3g | 24% |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5g | 28% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 15.6g | 31% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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