15 Best Baked Oatmeal Recipes for the Perfect Make-Ahead Breakfast
It's a delicious and nutritious way to start the day.
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When considering what to make for breakfast, you want something delicious, satisfying, and nutritious. That's why oatmeal is so popular! It's a good source of fiber, which means it will fill you up without weighing you down. Plus, with so many oatmeal recipes to choose from, you can be super creative. And a great way to make a big batch of servings for your weekday prep is by skipping the stovetop and making baked oatmeal recipes instead.
Another great reason to love baked oats? Like overnight oats, most of them can be prepped in advance and either cooked off the next morning or reheated. That means you can pack up slices or scoops in meal prep containers and nuke them in the microwave when you get to work. A hearty breakfast on the go? Sign us up for that! They also make excellent make-ahead brunch recipes for a crowd, so you're not stuck over the stove making individual servings for guests.
And just because oats are healthy breakfast ideas, doesn't mean they can't be decadent, too. We've got four words for you: walnut brown baked oatmeal. Heck, that sounds more like a chocolate dessert than a breakfast casserole! And yet, it's packed full of nutritious ingredients like applesauce and tahini that will make you feel as good as it tastes. Of course, we've got everything from berries to brown sugar included here, so you can customize your baked oatmeal to your favorite flavors any time you want. Now that's a great way to start the day!
Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal
Move over pumpkin spice latte! There's a new idea for breakfast that's even tastier. Packed with warm spices, this is a delicious taste of fall that can be reheated in 40 seconds in the microwave.
Get the Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal recipe.
Walnut Brownie Baked Oatmeal
Is this breakfast or dessert? Who cares, because it's delectable either way. Made with both cocoa powder and chocolate chips, you'll get fudgy flavor in each bite.
Get the Walnut Brownie Baked Oatmeal recipe.
Baked Oatmeal with Berries
Full of flavorful berries and nutritious flaxseed, this easy recipe mixes up in a mere 10 minutes of prep time. You can also use frozen blueberries if they're not in season!
Get the Baked Oatmeal with Berries recipe.
Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal
If you love banana bread, this option is for you! It's flavored with warm cinnamon and gets an extra flavorful burst from blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries sprinkled throughout.
Baked Oats with Maple Glazed Apples
We love a good cast iron skillet recipe around these parts, and yes, you can make baked oatmeal in one! It has a hearty crunch of pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, and flax which matches perfectly with deliciously caramelized apples.
Get the Baked Oats with Maple Glazed Apples at Feasting at Home.
Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal
Dotted with raisins and pecans and filled with plenty of sweet shredded carrots, this oatmeal tastes like you're biting right into a slice of cake for breakfast. You won't even miss the frosting!
Vegan Baked Oats
Most of the recipes on this list contain eggs, but this recipe relies on mashed banana to bind it together. That technically makes it vegan, but everyone will surely enjoy it. Look at all those chunks of chocolate!
Apple and Maple Baked Oatmeal
Two classic additions to traditional oatmeal are apples and maple syrup, so why not add both to a baked option? You can also substitute the syrup with brown sugar in a pinch if you don't have it in your pantry.
Get the Apple and Maple Baked Oatmeal recipe at The Modern Proper.
Baked Almond Oatmeal with Berry Topping
Sliced almonds and almond milk add a subtle nutty flavor to this berry beautiful bake. It also has a touch of lemon in the mix for extra zing.
Get the Baked Almond Oatmeal with Berry Topping recipe at Jessica Gavin.
Chocolate Baked Oats
We couldn't resist another chocolate recipe on this list, because well, we can't get enough of the sweet stuff! But don't worry, this uses bananas and maple syrup to sweeten it, so it's pretty good for you.
Slow Cooker Baked Oatmeal with Bananas and Nuts
Set it and forget it: That's the motto of slow cooker recipes. And you can make baked oatmeal in much the same manner. Layer sliced bananas with chopped nuts and oats and then pour the batter over top. Walk away and come back in a few hours when it's done!
Get the Slow Cooker Baked Oatmeal with Bananas and Nuts recipe at Foodie Crush.
Baked Oatmeal with Brown Sugar and Molasses
Another vegan option, each flavorful serving is held together by almond milk and a splash of vinegar. Sure, that sounds strange, but it bakes up so well without the eggs.
Get the Baked Oatmeal with Brown Sugar and Molasses recipe at Food Faith Fitness.
Raspberry Baked Oatmeal
This batter gets whipped up in a blender first before being added to ramekins and baked up soufflé-style. You can also make smaller servings in muffin pans. Just don't forget to sprinkle with raspberries before you bake!
Buttery Baked Oatmeal
Doesn't everything taste better with a pad of butter? That's what this recipe is all about, plus an added caramelized crunch from a sprinkle of brown sugar broiled on top. Yum!
Get the Buttery Baked Oatmeal recipe at A Farmgirl's Dabbles.
Baked Oatmeal Cups
Want to make baked oatmeal even more transportable? Make them in muffin pans to create little to-go cups! Top the centers with yogurt and berries for an extra tasty treat.
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