Favorite Meal-Prep Baked Oatmeal
Favorite baked oatmeal is a cozy breakfast bake made with oats, milk, eggs, and warm spices.It’s easy to prep, budget-friendly, and ideal for meal prep.Slice, refrigerate, and reheat all week.Customize with fruit, nuts, or chocolate for variety.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 cups milk (dairy or unsweetened almond/oat milk)
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish (or similar).
- In a large bowl, mix dry ingredients: oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk wet ingredients: milk, eggs, maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures. Fold in your add-ins.
- Pour into the baking dish and spread evenly. Add optional topping if using.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Cool 5–10 minutes, slice, and serve.
Notes
- Rolled oats give the best texture—avoid instant oats for this recipe.
- Let it cool briefly before slicing; it sets as it rests.
- For extra creamy baked oatmeal, use whole milk or add 2 tbsp yogurt to the wet mix.
- Fruit add-ins change sweetness—bananas and apples may let you reduce syrup.
- If it seems soft straight from the oven, don’t worry—it firms up as it cools.