Description
This Coffee Cake Baked Oatmeal is a comforting and wholesome breakfast dish that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon and maple syrup with hearty rolled oats. Topped with a buttery, cinnamon-sugar streusel, this baked oatmeal offers a delicious twist on a classic coffee cake, making it perfect for a cozy morning or brunch.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (for streusel)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for batter)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for streusel)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt, ensuring they’re evenly distributed for uniform flavor and texture.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, egg, and the 2 tablespoons of melted butter until fully blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix well until thoroughly incorporated, forming the oatmeal batter.
- Prepare Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon until the mixture becomes crumbly, creating the streusel topping.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and evenly sprinkle the streusel topping over the oatmeal. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the oatmeal is set and the top is golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Serve warm and enjoy the comforting flavors of this baked oatmeal coffee cake.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and butter with plant-based alternatives like almond milk and coconut oil.
- You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for extra texture and flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.
- Use gluten-free oats and flour to make this recipe gluten-free.
- The maple syrup adds natural sweetness, but you can adjust quantities or substitute with honey if desired.
