Ingredients
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2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 1/2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
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2 large eggs
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1/4 cup pure maple syrup
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1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1 large apple, chopped (like Honeycrisp or Fuji)
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Optional toppings: chopped nuts, extra apple slices, drizzle of maple syrup
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, stir together oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
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In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, maple syrup, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined.
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Fold in the chopped apple.
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Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
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Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the top is golden and the oatmeal is set.
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Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Add your favorite toppings if desired.