Baked oatmeal solves the problem of making breakfast for more than one person at a time without standing over a pot. This version layers in apple for pectin and pecans for their own gut-supportive fiber, all baked into a dish you can slice and reheat throughout the week.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 medium apples, diced (skin on)
- 1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 2 cups milk of choice
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180C. Grease a medium baking dish.
- Combine oats, half the diced apple, half the pecans, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Whisk milk, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla together. Pour over the oat mixture and stir to combine.
- Pour into the prepared baking dish. Scatter remaining apple and pecans over the top.
- Bake 30-35 minutes until set and golden on top. Cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Calories | 280 |
| Total fat | 11g |
| Total carbohydrates | 38g |
| Dietary fiber | 6g |
| Protein | 9g |
| Sodium | 90mg |
Why This Is Good for Your Gut
Oat beta-glucan is one of the most studied prebiotic fibers available. Apple pectin, especially with the skin left on, is a soluble prebiotic fiber shown to increase Bifidobacterium. Pecans contribute additional fiber and healthy fats.
Slice and refrigerate individual portions. Reheated in the morning, it's just as good as fresh.
This recipe is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dietary advice.