Amish Baked Oatmeal with Apples

Amish baked oatmeal is a traditional oat breakfast casserole that has been enjoyed in Amish homes for generations. It's baked in the oven until the oats are tender and the top is lightly golden, making it a quick and easy breakfast that's both wholesome and satisfying.

This Amish baked oatmeal with apples includes finely chopped apples and cinnamon for a warm, comforting flavor. It's simple to make, feeds a family, and is best served warm with a splash of milk.

Why You'll Love This Amish Baked Oatmeal

• Simple ingredients: This recipe uses basic pantry staples you're likely to have on hand.
• Easy to make: Just mix everything together, pour it into a baking dish, and let the oven do the work.
• Warm apple flavor: Fresh apples and cinnamon add natural sweetness and warmth to every bite.
• A satisfying breakfast: It's hearty and filling enough to give you a great start for the day.

Ingredients

• Eggs - Bind the ingredients together while adding richness and moisture.
• Brown Sugar - Adds sweetness and a subtle molasses flavor. (Can be adjusted as desired.)
• Butter - Provides richness, flavor, and moisture. (I use salted butter.)
• Whole Milk - Adds moisture and richness. (You can substitute other types of milk, but whole milk is preferred.)
• Oatmeal - The main ingredient, providing a hearty texture and making the dish filling.
• Salt - Enhances all the flavors.
• Baking Powder - Helps the oatmeal rise slightly and gives it a lighter texture. (Use fresh aluminum-free baking powder for the best results.)
• Ground Cinnamon - Adds warmth and complements the apples. (Adjust the amount to your preference.)
• Apples, Peeled and Finely Chopped or Shredded - Add natural sweetness, moisture, and texture. (Firm apples such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best.)

Tips for the Best Baked Apple Oatmeal

• Finely chop or shred the apples. This oatmeal only bakes for about 30 minutes, so you will need to finely chop or shred the apples if you want them to soften as they bake.
• Don't overbake. Bake just until the center is set. Overbaking can make the oatmeal dry.
• Let it cool briefly before serving. Giving the oatmeal a few minutes to rest after baking allows it to finish setting while staying moist.
• Serve it warm. This baked oatmeal is delicious on its own, but you can also top it with milk, cream, yogurt, or a drizzle of maple syrup.

Should I Use Rolled Oats or Quick Oats?

You can use either rolled oats or quick oats for baked oatmeal, or a combination of the two. Steel-cut oats do not work well for this recipe.

Quick oats produce a softer, more cake-like texture, while rolled oats give the baked oatmeal more texture and a slightly crumbly consistency. I usually use a combination of both because I like the oatmeal to have some texture while still holding together nicely.

How to Serve Baked Oatmeal

This baked oatmeal is best served warm, either plain or with a splash of milk.

Leftover baked oatmeal is also delicious at room temperature as a snack or reheated for breakfast the next day. If you enjoy oatmeal in different forms, you may also like my Amish oatmeal cake and chewy oatmeal chocolate chip bars.

How to Reheat Baked Oatmeal

In the oven: Place a serving in an oven-safe dish, cover with foil, and warm at 325°F for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.

In the microwave: Place a serving on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a damp paper towel. Microwave until warm, using the reheat setting or short intervals as needed.

Variations

This Amish baked oatmeal is easy to customize if you'd like to change it up. Add your favorites, or you can even leave the apples out and enjoy plain baked oatmeal if preferred.

• Add nuts: Chopped pecans or walnuts add extra texture. (I often add pecans for extra crunch and protein.)
• Add dried fruit or seeds: Raisins, Craisins, chia seeds, or flaxseed are all good additions.
• Change the fruit: Substitute peaches or berries for the apples.
• Add more spice: Try adding nutmeg or a pinch of allspice along with the cinnamon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Baked Oatmeal Was a Treat in Our Amish Home

My Amish dad ate oatmeal for breakfast just about every morning. My mom would cook a big breakfast for our family - eggs, breakfast meat, pancakes, hash browns, or whatever else she had planned. But after eating his breakfast, my dad would always finish with a small bowl of cooked oatmeal topped with a little homemade granola. My mom usually made just enough oatmeal for him since the rest of us weren't very interested in it.

I never really cared for a mushy bowl of cooked oats, but baked oatmeal was a different story. I always loved it! It was a real treat when my mom would make this instead of the usual pot of oatmeal for my dad. The oats bake into a soft, satisfying casserole that's almost like eating an oatmeal cake.

More Amish Recipes With Oats

• Oatmeal Pie
• Oat Fudge Cookie Bars
• Oatmeal raisin Cookies
• Toffee Crunch Cookies
• Apple Goodie with Oat Topping

Amish baked oatmeal is a dish that's super easy to make and serves your family a warm, hearty breakfast. This version combines oats with apples and cinnamon and bakes into a soft, satisfying oatmeal casserole that's delicious served warm with milk.

I hope you get to try this Amish baked oatmeal with apples recipe. If you try it, I'd love it if you left a comment and star rating below. Thank you! Also let me know if you tried a different variation.