Vegan Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal
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Vegan Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal
Description
Vegan Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal combines rolled oats with baking powder, chia seeds, and apple pie spices, bound by maple syrup, applesauce, and non-dairy milk, which draws moisture into the oats during a resting period. An apple topping with cinnamon, brown sugar, and pecans adds a sweet, textured layer before baking. The dish is baked until the oat base is soft and the apples are tender, resulting in a cohesive baked oatmeal with warm spice flavors and a mild crunch from nuts.
The texture is creamy and soft where the oats have absorbed moisture, contrasted by the baked apples and pecans on top. The apple pie spice and cinnamon provide a cozy warmth, balanced by the natural sweetness of maple syrup and applesauce. Baking gently caramelizes the sugars in the apple layer, enhancing richness without being overly sweet.
This baked oatmeal can be served in slices, topped with vegan yogurt, coconut cream, or additional maple syrup for extra moisture and flavor. It's practical for make-ahead breakfasts or snacks, offering a filling and plant-based option that warms well.
The recipe notes suggest storing unbaked oatmeal in the fridge for up to two days and leftovers for up to four days, with reheating via microwave or oven. Variations include swapping oats for other flakes and scaling up the recipe, adjusting liquid and pan size accordingly. Using a ceramic or stoneware dish can prevent overly browned edges.
Ingredients
- 2 cups old fashioned oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 Tbsp chia seeds
- 1 ½ tsp apple pie spice or pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 Tbsp pecans chopped
- 1 Tbsp coconut optional, shredded
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ⅓ cup applesauce
- 1 cup non-dairy milk Light coconut, almond or oat milk work great, warm
Optional add-ins:
- 3-4 Tbsp date or raisins, chopped
For the apple pie layer:
- 1 apple peeled and chopped small, sweet
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 Tbsp pecan chopped or other nuts/seeds of choice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350℉
- Lightly grease your baking dish (9” x 9” or similar size baking dish) and add in all of the dry ingredients upto coconut and mix well.
- Add in applesauce, maple syrup and milk - mix well and even it out
- Let this mixture sit for 15 mins so that the oats can soak up some liquid. Meanwhile, make your apple pie layer.
- In a bowl add the apples, maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon and pecans and toss well to coat.
- Drop this mixture over the oatmeal and spread evenly.
- Place it in the oven and bake for 35-40 mins. Check if the apples are done to preference else bake for another 5-10
- Remove the pan from the oven and brush a bit of maple syrup on the top to prevent the apples from drying out.
- Cool for 15 mins then slice and serve.Serve with vegan yogurt, coconut cream, maple syrup or with some milk.
Notes
- Store unbaked oatmeal in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.
- Keep baked oatmeal covered in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat by microwave or oven.
- Optional substitutions include swapping oats for quinoa or rice flakes.
- Double the recipe by increasing ingredients and baking in a larger pan; add extra oats if the liquid seems excessive.
- Use ceramic or stoneware baking dishes to avoid brown, chewy edges.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 284 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 284kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 401mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 381mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 29IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 151mg | 15% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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