Amish Baked Oatmeal – Warm, Hearty, Comforting Breakfast
Amish Baked Oatmeal is a hearty breakfast made with oats, milk, eggs, and spices.It has a soft, slightly cake-like texture.Lightly sweetened and customizable with fruits or nuts.Easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep.Rooted in Amish cooking traditions.A warm and comforting start to the day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix well.
- Stir in any optional add-ins.
- Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until set and lightly golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use rolled oats for best texture (not instant).
- Adjust sugar based on preference.
- Do not overbake to keep it moist.
- Let it rest before slicing.
- Add-ins can be customized easily.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
- Reheat with a splash of milk.
- Great for meal prep.