Description
This Peach Baked Oatmeal is a hearty and wholesome breakfast dish combining old-fashioned rolled oats with fresh diced peaches, Greek yogurt, and warm spices. Baked until golden and slightly firm, it offers a comforting texture with a naturally sweet flavor, perfect for a nutritious start to your day or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 ½ cups milk of choice
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup avocado oil
- ¼ cup maple syrup or pure honey
- 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Leavening and Spices
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon fine salt
Fruit
- 1 ½ cups diced fresh peaches, unpeeled
Optional Toppings
- Heavy cream or half-and-half
- Yogurt
- Maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375℉ (190℃) and prepare a 9×9 or 8×8-inch baking dish by misting it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, stir together the rolled oats, milk, plain Greek yogurt, eggs, avocado oil, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and fine salt until everything is evenly mixed.
- Fold in peaches: Gently fold the diced fresh peaches into the oat mixture to distribute the fruit throughout the batter without breaking it down.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top evenly. For an attractive presentation, optionally arrange a few peach slices on top before baking.
- Bake the oatmeal: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 32 to 36 minutes, or until the center is set and the surface is slightly firm to the touch.
- Cool before serving: Remove the baked oatmeal from the oven and allow it to rest for 15 minutes. This helps it set further and makes slicing easier.
- Serve with toppings: Cut into servings and top with a drizzle of heavy cream or half-and-half, spoonfuls of yogurt, and/or extra maple syrup as desired for added richness and sweetness.
- Store leftovers: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze in portions for up to 3 months to enjoy later.
Notes
- You can substitute maple syrup with pure honey for natural sweetness.
- Using unpeeled peaches adds extra fiber and nutrients.
- For a dairy-free version, use a plant-based milk and yogurt alternative.
- Adjust baking time slightly based on your oven for a perfectly set texture.
- Freeze leftovers in individual portions for easy breakfasts on busy mornings.