Breakfast has become a bit monotonous lately with scrambled eggs, smoothies, and oatmeal on repeat. When balancing work, school, and morning routines, quick and nutritious meals are essential. That's where this Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal shines—it's a beloved favorite in our home.

With apples, walnuts, and oats baked in cinnamon and sugar, this dish tastes just like apple pie!

apple pie baked oatmeal

This recipe can easily be adapted for gluten-free diets by using gluten-free rolled oats, and it can be made vegan with almond milk and coconut oil instead of butter, ensuring everyone can enjoy it.

I typically prepare this dish over the weekend, store it in the fridge, and reheat individual servings with a splash of milk throughout the week. It stays fresh for about three days. Plus, adding eggs and walnuts boosts the protein and omega-3 content for a great start to your morning.

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What are your go-to make-ahead breakfasts? I'm looking to expand my options since we've been reaching for cereal a bit too often! ?

Check out the recipe below, along with some ingredient swap suggestions to customize it based on what you have available.

Ingredient Swap Ideas:

Use toasted pecans or slivered almonds instead of walnuts.

Substitute pears for apples for a delicious twist!

Make it vegan by using almond milk and coconut oil instead of regular milk and butter.

Use orange juice if you don't have apple juice on hand.

For gluten-free options, ensure you use gluten-free rolled oats.

apple pie baked oatmeal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 cup walnuts, divided
  • 2 small tart apples, peeled, cored & cubed
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups milk or almond milk
  • 1/2 cup apple juice
  • 1 vanilla bean or 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a large baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. In a bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar, 3/4 cup of walnuts, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, apple juice, and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Mix the egg mixture and melted butter into the dry ingredients until just blended.
  5. Spread the apples in an even layer in the baking dish. Pour the oat mixture over the apples, topping with the remaining walnuts.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes or until the top is golden and the oats are set. Serve warm, or refrigerate and reheat for later.