Introduction
Start your day with a hearty, comforting bowl of Baked Strawberry Oatmeal. This delightful breakfast bake combines wholesome oats with juicy strawberries, warm vanilla and cinnamon, and just the right touch of sweetness. It’s perfect for chilly mornings, weekend brunches, or make‑ahead meal prep for busy weekdays.
Baked oatmeal is simple to prepare, naturally filling, and endlessly customizable — all while tasting like a cozy strawberry dessert for breakfast! Below you’ll find ingredients, step‑by‑step instructions, serving ideas, storage tips, delicious variations, and FAQs.
Ingredients
- 2 cups old‑fashioned rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (or frozen)
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ cups milk (dairy or plant‑based)
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional add‑ins: chopped nuts, chia seeds, sliced banana
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×9″ or 8×8″ baking dish with butter or non‑stick spray.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until blended.
- Add fruit: Toss the fresh strawberries into the oat mixture, reserving a few slices for garnish if desired.
- Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until smooth.
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