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Oatmeal Bake

Oatmeal bake is a versatile and delicious way to enjoy oats while adding a creative twist to your breakfast routine. Whether you’re looking for a warm, hearty dish to start your day or need a quick, make-ahead breakfast option, oatmeal bake has got you covered. It’s nutritious, customizable, and perfect for meal prep, making it ideal for busy mornings or after school snacks!

In this blog post, I’ll dive into what makes oatmeal bake so awesome, how to prepare it, and why it deserves a spot with your favorite recipes. I’ll also provide some unique variations and tips to ensure that your oatmeal bake is both delicious AND easy to prepare.

What is Oatmeal Bake?

Oatmeal bake is essentially a baked version of traditional oatmeal. Instead of cooking the oats on the stove or in the microwave, you mix them with ingredients like milk, eggs, sweeteners, and fruits, then bake the mixture until it turns into a firm, custardy dish that can be sliced into squares.

The first time I ever had oatmeal bake was when I was in college, at the coffee shop across from the campus library. I was the student that was too poor to buy a parking pass and the street parking filled up quickly once campus opened. The coffee shop opened an hour before the rest of campus, so every morning at 6:30 AM I walked in the door and made myself cozy. One morning I was needing breakfast and oatmeal was one of the cheapest items on the menu so I ordered it. The remainder of my time in college I would reward myself after a hard test or at the end of a busy semester with this oatmeal. I had struggled to recreate it myself – Until this recipe!

Oatmeal bake is an excellent breakfast and snack option because it offers a combination of convenience and delicious flavors. The fact it stores some health benefits is an extra bonus! It’s an ideal choice for meal prep, as you can bake a large batch and have it ready and available for several days. The beauty of oatmeal bake lies in its versatility—it’s a perfect canvas for experimenting with different ingredients, flavors, and toppings.

Oatmeal Bake

A favorite regardless the time of day!
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups Old Fashioned Oatmeal
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Butter, melted (1 stick)
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 2 Eggs
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 2 tsp Cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees
  • Mix all ingredients together in a bowl or oven safe dish.
    — This is a great recipe to have children help with! It doesn't matter the order, just that all ingredients get in.
  • Bake for 30 minutes
  • Serve with milk, chocolate chips, berries or any other topping of your choice.

Notes

This is an ultimate combine-and-bake recipe. So easy for a busy morning, or to prep the night before. Just store it in the fridge and pop it in the oven in the morning. Let the pan pre-heat with the oven and start the timer once your oven is pre-heated.