Oat Toasted Almond Bake (Printable Version)
Nutty baked oats with almonds, berries, and cinnamon for a wholesome morning boost.
# Ingredient List:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup sliced almonds
03 - 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
→ Wet Ingredients
07 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
10 - 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter or coconut oil
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Fruit
12 - 1 cup blueberries or mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
13 - 1 medium banana, sliced
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
02 - Toast oats and sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and lightly golden. Remove from heat.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine toasted oats, almonds, chopped walnuts if using, ground cinnamon, salt, and baking powder.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, maple syrup or honey, melted butter or coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
05 - Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
06 - Gently fold blueberries and sliced banana into the combined mixture.
07 - Pour mixture evenly into prepared baking dish and bake for 35 minutes or until set and golden on top.
08 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally with yogurt or extra maple syrup.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It's a wholesome secret to starting your morning with a crunchy nutty bite that feels like a treat but is actually super nourishing
- The versatility of swapping in your favorite nuts or fruits keeps it fresh every single time I make it
02 -
- Toasting the oats and almonds separately before mixing really unlocks their flavor so never skip this step
- Using ripe bananas is a game changer—their natural sweetness brings moisture and richness without extra sugar
03 -
- Use parchment paper in your baking dish for easy removal and cleanup
- Letting the bake cool briefly before slicing keeps it intact and looking beautiful on the plate