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Home | Recipes | Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal

Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal

Published on October 26, 2023 by Stephanie Kay

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Filled with rolled oats, cinnamon, pecans, fresh apple, and a touch of maple syrup, this apple pie baked oatmeal is a naturally sweetened and high-fiber breakfast that will keep you fueled and full until lunch.

Slice of apple pie baked oatmeal with Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and chopped apples on a white plate with a gold fork and a side of pecans.

Consuming a well-balanced breakfast, complete with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, is a great way to ensure you are fueled for the day ahead, and oatmeal is a great way to do exactly what.

Fortunately, you don’t need to stand over a hot stove every morning when you can make a batch of this apple pie baked oatmeal for the whole week. Just add all the ingredients to a bowl, give it a good mix, then pour the batter into a baking pan, bake it in the oven, and come back to a fragrant apple pie-inspired breakfast you can store in the fridge and enjoy for many mornings to come.

Close up of apple pie baked oatmeal in a white baking dish with a small bowl of chopped pecans on the side.

Why I Love Baked Oatmeal

  • Easy – These apple pie baked oats are so easy to make even the most beginner of cooks can make this recipe.
  • High in Fiber – The combination of rolled oats and apples ensures that this dish contains over 7 grams of fiber per serving.
  • Versatile – These oats can be eaten hot or cold, on their own, or with toppings of your choice making them perfect for a weekend brunch or a grab-and-go weekday breakfast.
  • Great for Meal Prep – This apple pie baked oatmeal keeps well for up to 5 days in the fridge and 3 months in the freezer, making it a great meal prep idea.
Ingredients for apple pie baked oatmeal: rolled oats, fresh apples, pecans, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking powder, salt, butter, egg, maple syrup, and milk.

Ingredients for Apple Baked Oatmeal

  • Rolled Oats – Be sure to use rolled oats or old-fashioned rolled oats, quick-cooking oats and steel-cut oats are not recommended.
  • Apples – Because you can’t make apple pie baked oatmeal without apples. Seasonal, local, fresh apples will provide the best texture and flavor, but you can truly use any type of red apple you like.
  • Pecans – To add some crunch and healthy fats.
  • Spices – A combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to ensure the baked oatmeal is filled with apple pie spices.
  • Milk – To cook the oats and add some protein. You can use regular milk or non-dairy milk of your choice.
  • Egg – To help bind the apple pie baked oats.
  • Vanilla Extract – To add flavor and enhance the sweetness.
  • Maple Syrup – To add some natural sweetness and flavor, you could use brown sugar if you prefer.
  • Butter – For greasing and to add some healthy fats.
  • Baking Essentials – Some baking powder and salt to ensure the oats are light and fluffy.
White bowl with egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup.
Mixed wet ingredients for apple pie baked oatmeal.

Dietary Adaptions

To Make it Gluten-Free: Use certified gluten-free oats.

To Make it Dairy-Free: Swap the milk for almond milk or non-dairy milk of your choice and swap the butter for coconut oil.

To Make it Egg-Free: Swap the egg for a flax egg.

Large white bowl of rolled oats, chopped pecans, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking powder, and salt.
Mixed wet and dry oat mixture.

How to Make Apple Baked Oatmeal

  1. Mix the wet ingredients. Add the egg, maple syrup, vanilla, melted butter, and milk to a bowl and whisk until well combined.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients. Combine the oats, chopped pecans, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl and stir to combine.
  3. Mix the batter. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stir to combine, and then fold in diced apples.
  4. Bake until golden. Transfer the oatmeal mixture to a greased baking pan and bake at 375°F for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
  5. Serve and enjoy!

You can find the detailed instructions in the recipe card below.

Mixed batter for baked oatmeal with chopped apples on top.
Mixed batter for apple pie baked oatmeal.

Best Apples for Baked Oatmeal

While you can truly make apple pie baked oatmeal with any apple, however, much like apple pie, certain fresh apples have a better texture once baked. For the best results, I recommend using the following apples for baked oats:

  • Cortland
  • Braeburn
  • Northern Spy
  • Pink Lady
  • Honeycrisp
  • Golden Delicious
  • Jonagold
  • Gala
Apple pie baked oatmeal batter in a baking dish.
Apple pie baked oatmeal batter in a baking dish with sliced apple on top.

Red’s Nutrition Tip

While this recipe contains 21 grams of sugar per serving, most of the sugar content in the recipe is from natural sugars present in the apples and milk. In fact, there is little added sugar in this recipe from the maple syrup, roughly 1/2 tablespoon, which is less than 7 grams per serving to be precise. Not to mention, it contains over 7 grams of fiber per serving. The distinction between natural and added sugar is important to consider when reviewing nutrition facts.

Baked apple cinnamon baked oatmeal in a casserole dish with a gold serving spoon.

Serving Suggestions

While the apple cinnamon baked oatmeal can be enjoyed on its own, serving it with toppings or sides can ensure you’re eating a heartier and more filling breakfast.

  • To increase the protein content, serve the baked oatmeal with milk, yogurt, Greek yogurt, or skyr on top, or with a side of cottage cheese or eggs.
  • To increase the fiber content, serve the baked oatmeal with additional diced apples or other fruit of your choice.
  • To add flavor and texture, serve the baked oatmeal with a drizzle of maple syrup, a bit of brown sugar, chopped pecans or walnuts, or a sprinkle of chocolate chips.
  • To turn it from a breakfast into a sweet snack or treat, serve the baked oatmeal with a dollop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on top.
Sliced apple cinnamon baked oatmeal.

Storage

To Store: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool completely and then cover with aluminum foil or plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 5 days.

To Freeze: To freeze baked oatmeal whole, cool completely, then cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and/or aluminum foil and then place the entire baking dish in a freezer-safe bag. To freeze leftovers or individual portions, transfer the baked oatmeal to an airtight container and place it in the freezer. Baked oatmeal can be frozen for up to 3 months.

To Reheat: To reheat baked oatmeal whole, allow it to thaw completely, and then cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and warm it in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes. To reheat individual portions, place a thawed portion in an oven-proof baking dish in the oven for 5-10 minutes or in the microwave in a microwave-safe dish for 1-2 minutes.

Baked apple cinnamon baked oatmeal on a plate with syrup, Greek yogurt, and fresh apple on top.

More Baked Oatmeal Recipes:

  • Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal
  • Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal
  • Banana Baked Oatmeal Cups
  • Morning Glory Baked Oatmeal
  • Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal
  • Almond Croissant Baked Oats
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Slice of apple pie baked oatmeal with Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and chopped apples on a white plate with a gold fork and a side of pecans.

Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal

Author: Stephanie Kay

This apple pie baked oatmeal can be enjoyed hot or cold, on its own, with milk or yogurt, and/or with additional nuts, maple syrup, or toppings of your choice.

  • Author: Stephanie Kay
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup, or brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted + more for greasing
  • 2 apples, finely diced

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9 x 9 baking dish with butter.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, add all the wet ingredients; egg, maple syrup, vanilla extract, milk, and melted butter, and whisk to combine. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine all the dry ingredients; rolled oats, pecans, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into to bowl of dry ingredients and stir until well combined. Add diced apples to the mixture and gently fold in until well incorporated.
  5. Transfer the oat mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly in the dish. (Optional: You can top the mixture with additional apple slices at this point, as per photos, if desired.)
  6. Transfer the baking dish to the oven for 35-40 minutes until the middle is set and the top is golden brown.
  7. Once baked, remove the oatmeal from the oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes to set. Then slice and serve with toppings of your choice.
  8. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for 3 months.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 372 calories
  • Sugar: 21 grams
  • Fat: 14 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 51 grams
  • Fiber: 7 grams
  • Protein: 11 grams

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    1. Nancy says

      March 8, 2021 at 11:49 am

      I am following the Alumni Meal Plan so I made this yesterday. My husband and I had it for breakfast this morning. When I asked him for a rating he said, ‘I’m no food critic but you could make this again.’ I consider that a stamp of approval and a 5 rating. I loved the fact it is an easy make ahead and super tasty. Another winner from Stephanie!
      PS – I did leave out the cloves as we are not fans of that particular spice.

      Reply
    2. Chantal says

      March 15, 2021 at 5:16 pm

      The whole family loves this recipe. It’s easy to make and makes a great breakfast for most of the week. I add cardamom instead of cloves.

      Reply
      • Carrie says

        November 18, 2021 at 9:26 am

        I really loved this recipe. Filling, not too sweet and the texture is spot on! It’s also delicious hot or cold. I especially loved it served with a scoop of vanilla yogurt!

        Reply
        • Stephanie Kay says

          November 18, 2021 at 10:20 am

          So happy you enjoyed it, and love the addition of vanilla yogurt – great way to add protein too!

          Reply
    3. Judith Roach says

      August 31, 2021 at 7:16 am

      Can these be made as muffins?

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      • Stephanie Kay says

        August 31, 2021 at 8:08 am

        Definitely! They won’t have the same texture as traditional muffins, more so mini baked oatmeals, but you can certainly make this recipe in a muffin tin.

        Reply
        • Des says

          December 19, 2021 at 11:10 am

          How would you suggest reheating the whole dish? Looking to make ahead of time for big family breakfast

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          • Stephanie Kay says

            December 20, 2021 at 8:43 am

            You can reheat it in the microwave for a few minutes or cover it and bake it in the oven at 200°F oven for 10-15 minutes.

            Reply
    4. Jill says

      September 25, 2022 at 3:56 pm

      This is a delicious and simple recipe, especially in the fall when the apples are plentiful. I add a scoop of greek yogourt and a drizzle of maple syrup to serve and it lasts me for a 5 days. Thank you Stephanie!

      Reply
      • Stephanie Kay says

        September 27, 2022 at 7:56 am

        So happy you liked it, thanks for sharing!

        Reply
    5. Janet says

      September 28, 2022 at 11:55 am

      Would love to try this, it looks so yummy! ❤️ Can it be frozen?

      Reply
      • Stephanie Kay says

        September 28, 2022 at 4:36 pm

        Yes, absolutely! To freeze, bake and cool the oatmeal completely, then cover tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw to room temperature and then reheat in the oven or microwave to your liking.

        Reply
    6. GV says

      October 3, 2022 at 9:05 pm

      Love the comments and looking to make this for a family get together…………can we use almond or other non-dairy milk?

      Reply
      • Stephanie Kay says

        October 4, 2022 at 7:53 am

        Yes, you can use a non-dairy milk. Not a problem at all!

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        • Kate says

          October 6, 2022 at 5:20 am

          Help! I live in the netherlands and we use grams and ml to cook. If i look online what a cup is in ml en grams I get so many different outcomes. Could you tell me the right amounts perhaps? Thanks a lot

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          • Stephanie Kay says

            October 6, 2022 at 8:22 am

            For sure, it would roughly be:

            225 g rolled oats
            65g pecans, roughly chopped
            4g cinnamon
            2g nutmeg
            1g ground cloves
            4g baking soda
            1g sea salt
            720g milk
            4g vanilla extract
            1 egg, whisked
            45g cup maple syrup
            30g coconut oil or butter, melted + more for greasing
            2 McIntosh apples, cored and diced

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            • Kate says

              October 19, 2022 at 4:51 am

              Super thanks!

    7. Ally Fader says

      November 13, 2022 at 11:07 am

      Love this recipe and I’m not generally an oatmeal fan! I used a different size dish though. 9×9 boiled over so I switched to a 8×11 deeper dish for 35 min and it came out great.

      Reply
      • Stephanie Kay says

        November 13, 2022 at 1:28 pm

        I’m so happy you like it, thank you so much for sharing!

        Reply
    8. Gillian Hutchison says

      December 29, 2022 at 9:35 am

      This baked oatmeal is *chef’s kiss* delicious! Not too sweet, and perfect with the suggested dollop of yogurt! I added protein powder to amp up the protein content as I work out in the mornings, and wanted a bit of extra protein for recovery. I will be keeping this recipe in the rotation!

      Reply
      • Stephanie Kay says

        December 30, 2022 at 9:08 am

        I’m so happy you like it and love the addition of protein powder, thanks for sharing!

        Reply
    9. Natalie says

      February 27, 2023 at 10:14 pm

      I only had steel cut oats but decided to make this anyway. It’s much denser but still delicious – I just cut into smaller pieces. I love that I can wrap the pieces and put in the freezer to pull out in the morning. Top with yogurt and maybe some berries and it keeps me full for work. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Stephanie Kay says

        February 28, 2023 at 8:10 am

        Happy it turned out and happy you liked it, thank you for sharing!

        Reply
    10. Vivienne says

      September 12, 2023 at 5:18 pm

      This is now a staple in my house for breakfast, heat in microwave through on some Greek yoghurt SORTED. LOVE LOVE LOVE

      Reply
      • Stephanie Kay says

        September 13, 2023 at 7:58 am

        Thank you for sharing!

        Reply
    11. Kenna Mansfield says

      November 6, 2023 at 10:32 am

      Loooooved this dish! To switch things up do you think I could substitute the apples for frozen blueberries?

      Reply
      • Stephanie Kay says

        November 6, 2023 at 2:26 pm

        I’m so happy you liked it! And yes, you could certainly swap the apples for blueberries, just add roughly the same amount (about 1.5 cups).

        Reply
    12. Errol Fredericks says

      November 11, 2023 at 9:30 am

      Love the simplicity of the Apple pie baked Oatmeal. Will try it and see how i get along. This will greatly help me out in meal prep.Will find the time certainly to make it from my studies.

      Reply
      • Stephanie Kay says

        November 12, 2023 at 8:08 am

        I hope you enjoy it, thank you for sharing!

        Reply
    13. Rita says

      November 12, 2023 at 8:09 am

      Made the apple pie oatmeal today……so delicious thank you for sharing

      Reply
      • Stephanie Kay says

        November 12, 2023 at 8:16 am

        Thank you for sharing! 🙂

        Reply
    14. Cathy says

      January 2, 2024 at 4:17 pm

      Quick and easy and sooooo good too

      Reply
    15. Diane Fox says

      January 2, 2024 at 4:59 pm

      I have made this a few time we use it for our smoko break and something for breakfast

      Reply
    16. Mary says

      January 2, 2024 at 6:42 pm

      Your recipes look delicious and healthy. I like the vegetarian ones too. I’m going to try the apple pie baked oatmeal. Thank you. 🤩 Mary. 🤗

      Reply
    17. Jen says

      September 21, 2024 at 6:59 am

      Cannot wait to try this! Our son is allergic to nuts…what can we substitute for? Or can we omit? Help please!

      Reply
      • Stephanie Kay says

        September 21, 2024 at 7:53 am

        You can just omit them. 🙂

        Reply
    18. Celine says

      November 6, 2024 at 3:32 pm

      I made this over the weekend and my daughter loved it!

      Reply
    19. Emilie says

      January 5, 2025 at 10:50 am

      A staple recipe in my house! Great for meal prep and reheating on busy weekday mornings for my two toddlers.

      Reply
      • Stephanie Kay says

        January 5, 2025 at 6:40 pm

        Happy to hear it, thanks for sharing, Emilie!

        Reply
    20. Katie says

      March 26, 2025 at 3:54 am

      I love all baked oats recipes, including the Apple pie one! If you pair it with the cream cheese topping (from the Carrot cake baked oats recipe), you get a delicious breakfast or desert idea.

      Reply
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