Alright, I think I’m almost done Christmas shopping. I’ve been wrapping up this week (figuratively and literally), and now I just need to get everything in the mail before I leave for California next week. This year, my family is going to be all spread out, and I have gifts to send to Colorado, DC, and New York. I kind of feel like Santa Claus.
Needless to say, life has been a bit hectic (but fun!) leading up to the holidays. We’ve had Christmas parties galore, holiday shopping to do, travel plans to make, and of course, work and blogging, where I’m scrambling to get a good chunk of things done so I can take off some time to enjoy the holiday unplugged.
I have been food prepping and batch making food like crazy on Sundays since the weeks have been so hectic. And Evan has been pitching in with making dinner – he made this ramen last night. So good. Seriously all I crave when it’s cold or I’m sick is ramen. Luckily (or not luckily?) it’s the former. It’s been freezing here. Also, for the last month, every single Sunday, I’ve made this baked oatmeal to nibble on all week. It’s no secret I have a love for muffins and baked goods, and I have this thing for making oatmeal inspired by my favorite breads and muffins (see here and here).
I adore loaded muffins, and this oatmeal is inspired by one of my favorites – morning glory muffins. Loaded with coconut, shredded carrot, raisins, and walnuts.
I love it slightly warmed the next morning, sometimes with a scoop of yogurt, sometimes with a bit of warmed milk. It should last you up to 5 days in the fridge – ie. the length of a work/school week. Meant to be.
- 2 cups rolled oats
- ⅓ cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1½ teaspoons cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ½ cup raisins
- 1 large egg
- 1¾ cup milk of choice
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- 3 teaspoons melted unsalted butter or coconut oil (cooled)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅔ cup finely grated carrots (~2 medium carrots)
- 1 medium apple, chopped
- Optional toppings: coconut flakes, extra walnuts, a thinly sliced apple, 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and grease an 8-inch x 8-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, shredded coconut, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk well to combine. Stir in the walnuts and raisins.
- In a separate bowl, combine the egg, milk, maple syrup, butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk well. Add the grated carrots and chopped apple to the liquid mixture and stir to combine.
- Add the liquid ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix well to make sure all ingredients are evenly distributed and the oats are all wet.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and add any desired toppings.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the top is golden and the liquid is absorbed. Let cool slightly before scooping out and eating. Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge.
Christine@ Yum and in Love says
December 16, 2016 at 12:50 pmooooh, great idea with the baked oatmeal. My husband loves oatmeal and I’m tryiiiiiiing to love oatmeal- I’ve been experimenting with a lot of overnight oats lately, but this might be something I actually enjoy!
Christine says
December 20, 2016 at 8:21 amThanks! Baked oatmeal is the way to go – especially when it’s loaded with all these goods! It might just change your mind 🙂 Hope you give it a try!
Tara@Modern Moms Kitchen Academy says
January 4, 2017 at 11:35 amGorgeous!!! Will be pinning, and trying this one! A cream cheese drizzle *may* fall on top of it though : )
Christine says
January 6, 2017 at 1:46 pmWhy didn’t I think of that?! Genius! Can’t wait to hear how you like it!
Alisa says
January 5, 2017 at 2:46 amWell, It seems so healthy like everyone can try this, Baked oatmeal is amazing will soon try this with my Family 🙂
Christine says
January 6, 2017 at 1:45 pmHealthy and delicious!
Alyssa Neuser says
February 12, 2020 at 10:10 pmJust had to share that I make this oatmeal weekly for my family! I do make two changes– I substitute the raisins with cut-up dates, and I shred the apple instead of dicing. SO GOOD. Thank you so much for sharing!