Vegan Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal
This baked oatmeal recipe will knock you off of your seat. It’s got all of the fall vibes going on from cooked apples to cinnamon, to maple syrup. It’s easy to make, absolutely delicious, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, and made with wholesome ingredients. It’s a hearty and healthy breakfast option and I know it will become your new favorite meal!
I love how baking fresh apple pie in the oven fills my home with the most delectable aroma! It’s like potpourri for my house, but you actually get to eat it. I’m telling you, my Vegan Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal smells just like freshly baked apple pie. And, it tastes like it, too!
There’s nothing more satisfying than a slice of warm apple pie with a scoop of vanilla on top. Am I right? Well, that’s why I decided to combine my love for apple pie, breakfast, and wholesome food to create this healthy baked oats recipe. While this dish has all of the fall vibes going on, you can enjoy it all year long.
If you aren’t into apple pie, you’ve got to try this raspberry baked oatmeal that is also vegan.
Spotlight on This Vegan Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal
It’s a crowd-pleaser: Make it for a fall potluck brunch or for a breakfast gathering. You’ll surely impress your friends and family!
It makes a good portion: You know what that means, right? You can make this on meal prep Sunday and have your breakfast squared away for the week! Otherwise, you will have enough to serve it in a group setting.
It’s a wholesome breakfast: This breakfast will keep you full all morning long with high protein, fiber, and healthy carbohydrates. It has zero processed junk which makes it an even smarter choice for breakfast!
It tastes incredible: The flavors are spot on with this Vegan Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal dish! It will be hard to have only one serving.
It’s unique: I love how this recipe has a special flare, caramelized apple, and pecan topping. This layer makes it extra special compared to a basic baked oatmeal dish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this gluten-free? You can! Just make sure to use gluten-free rolled oats and you are all set!
Can I make this ahead of time and bake it later? Sure! Prepare the oats the night before and bake them in the morning!
Will another type of fruit work instead of apples? I recommend skipping the topping if you are not into apples. Or, try mixing berries into the batter instead.
Baked Oatmeal Ingredients
Old fashioned oats: Feel free to use a gluten-free version if needed.
Ground flaxseed: This will act as a natural and healthy thickener.
Baking powder: Another must-have ingredient in baking.
Pumpkin pie spice: There’s nothing more “fall-ish” than pumpkin pie spice.
Plant-based milk: I like to use oat or cashew plant-based milk.
Unsweetened applesauce: You will love the hint of apple that applesauce brings to this dish.
Vanilla extract: Use the real stuff for this recipe. You can really tell the difference if you use imitation.
Dates: There’s nothing better than biting into gooey and sweet date chunks in a baked good!
Apple Topping Ingredients
Apples: One of the best things about this baked breakfast is the fresh apple chunks.
Coconut oil: I love the flavor of coconut oil in all of my baked goods.
Maple syrup: This is the perfect all-natural fall sweetener.
Cinnamon: This is the season’s best flavor so of course I added it to this delicious baked oatmeal.
Pecans: The crunch is real and we can thank the pecans for that.
Instructions
Step one: Grab a medium bowl, and add all of the dry ingredients. Stir it. This includes oats, flaxseed, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and dates.
Step two: In a separate medium bowl, add all of the wet ingredients. Give it a stir. This includes plant-based milk, applesauce, and vanilla.
Step three: Add the wet mixture to the dry. Stir until combined.
Step four: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step five: Grease an 8×8 baking dish with coconut oil. Pour the mixture into the dish and spread it out evenly. Allow it to sit for 10 minutes, or put plastic wrap over the top and place it in the fridge until you are ready to bake it.
Step six: Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes.
Step seven: Now it is time to make the apple and pecan topping. Heat a pan over medium heat. Once warm, add the chopped apples and 2 tbsp water. Place a lid over the apples and allow them to simmer for 5 minutes.
Step eight: Remove the lid, add the coconut oil, and give it all a good stir. Cook for 3 minutes.
Step nine: Last, add maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla, pecans, and salt. Stir it all up. Allow it to cook for about 3 minutes, stirring every minute. Set it all aside to cool.
Step ten: Remove the baked oatmeal from the oven. Allow it to cool for 5-10 minutes. Spread the cooked apple and pecan topping evenly over top. Cut into slices and enjoy! (Feel free to add optional toppings).
Topping Options
Warm maple syrup
A dollop of yogurt
Chopped dates
Drizzle of honey
A scoop of nut butter
Tips + Modifications
I love preparing this baked oatmeal the night before and making it the following morning!
If you want a quicker version, just put the sliced apples and pecans inside the batter instead of separately cooking them to place on top.
Do not use any other version of oats. It must be old-fashioned oats.
Other Vegan Breakfast Ideas
Vegan Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal
Equipment
- 2 medium mixing bowls
- 1 8X8 baking dish
- 1 medium frying pan
Ingredients
For the baked oatmeal
- 2 cups old fashioned oats
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1½ teaspoons pumpkin spice
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 1¾ cup plant-based milk
- ½ cup applesauce, unsweetened
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 soft dates, pitted and chopped this step is optional
For the apple and pecan topping
- 2 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
- ½ cup pecans, chopped
Instructions
For the baked oatmeal
- Grab a medium bowl, and add all of the dry ingredients. Give it a stir. This includes oats, flaxseed, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and dates.
- In a separate medium bowl, add all of the wet ingredients. Give it a stir. This includes plant-based milk, applesauce, and vanilla,
- Add the wet mixture to the dry. Stir until combined.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Grease an 8×8 baking dish with coconut oil. Pour the mixture into the dish and spread it out evenly. Allow it to sit for 10 minutes, or put plastic wrap over the top and place it in the fridge until you are ready to bake it.
- Bake, uncovered for 40-45 minutes.
For the apple and pecan topping
- Heat a pan over medium heat. Once warm, add the chopped apples and 2 tbsp water. Place a lid over the apples and allow them to simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove the lid, add in the coconut oil and give it all a good stir. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Last, add maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla, pecans, and salt. Stir it all up. Allow it to cook for about 3 minutes, stirring every minute. Set it all aside to cool.
- Remove the baked oatmeal from the oven. Allow it to cool for 5-10 minutes. Spread the cooked apple and pecan topping evenly over top. Cut into slices and enjoy! (Feel free to add optional toppings).
Notes
Nutrition
Enjoy!
XOXO
Michelle