Savory Hearth Baked Oat Bowl (Printable Version)
Warm baked oats infused with herbs, roasted vegetables, and hints of cheese for a comforting meal.
# Ingredient List:
→ Grains & Base
01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 ½ cups milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)
03 - 2 large eggs
→ Vegetables
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
06 - ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
07 - ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
→ Dairy & Cheese
08 - ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar
09 - ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
→ Herbs & Seasonings
10 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
11 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
12 - 1 tsp dried thyme
13 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
14 - 1 tsp salt
15 - ½ tsp black pepper
→ Optional Garnish
16 - 1 tbsp olive oil
17 - Additional herbs or microgreens
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a medium baking dish (approximately 8x8 inches) or four individual oven-proof bowls with cooking spray or butter.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully blended and smooth.
03 - Add the oats, shredded cheddar, crumbled feta, salt, pepper, dried thyme, and smoked paprika to the egg mixture. Stir thoroughly to distribute all ingredients evenly.
04 - Gently fold in the cherry tomatoes, chopped spinach, diced bell pepper, red onion, fresh parsley, and fresh chives until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
05 - Pour the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish or divide evenly among individual oven-proof bowls.
06 - Drizzle the top with olive oil if desired for additional richness and a golden finish.
07 - Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the oats are fully set and the top is lightly golden brown.
08 - Allow the baked oats to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh herbs or microgreens if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Its breakfast for dinner without feeling like you gave up on adulting
- The vegetables get sweet and concentrated in the oven while the oats turn creamy and comforting
- Leftovers reheat beautifully for a lazy morning
02 -
- Letting it rest for 5 minutes out of the oven makes all the difference for clean servings
- The oats continue to absorb liquid as they cool so the texture gets better with that brief wait
03 -
- Use a sharp cheddar for the most flavor impact since mild varieties disappear into the dish
- Cut your vegetables into similar sized pieces so they cook evenly