Maple Pecan Apple Oatmeal (Printable)

Wholesome baked oats with apples, pecans, and maple syrup, perfect for chilly mornings.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
09 - 2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil
10 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

→ Fruits & Nuts

11 - 2 medium apples, cored and diced
12 - 3/4 cup chopped pecans, plus extra for topping

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish thoroughly.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until evenly mixed.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk milk, eggs, maple syrup, melted butter or coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until fully combined.
05 - Fold in the diced apples and chopped pecans evenly throughout the mixture.
06 - Pour the prepared mixture into the greased baking dish and sprinkle extra pecans on top.
07 - Bake for 40 minutes until the center is firm and the top is golden brown.
08 - Allow the baked oatmeal to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally with additional maple syrup.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Once you try these tender oats with pools of maple syrup and a nutty crunch, storebought packets won't compare.
  • It's the ultimate breakfast for sharing, whether you're fueling a busy family or treating yourself to something special on a quiet day.
02 -
  • Forgetting to grease the baking dish well enough will make the first slice a struggle—always double check.
  • The day I swapped in overripe pears, I learned that softer fruit needs a few minutes less in the oven for perfect tenderness.
03 -
  • Letting the oatmeal cool for a few minutes before slicing gives you cleaner pieces that hold together nicely.
  • Toasted pecans on top are a game changer—their crunch heightens every bite.
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