November mornings call for something warm. This baked apple cinnamon oatmeal is made in a single dish with inexpensive pantry staples, and its soft, spoonable texture makes it easy to eat for anyone dealing with chewing difficulty. It is a fiber-rich breakfast that makes several servings, so one pan can cover your mornings all week.
Why You’ll Love It
- Budget-friendly. Oats, apples, milk, and raisins are everyday items that stretch a grocery budget, a welcome benefit during a season when food costs tend to rise.
- Gentle to eat. Baking softens the oats and apples into a tender, spoon-able dish.
- Made to last. One pan makes several servings, so you can cook once and enjoy breakfast for days.
- Simple. Everything goes into one baking dish, with very little prep and cleanup.
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 2 medium apples, cored and chopped
- 2 1/2 cups milk or fortified soy milk
- 1/3 cup raisins
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 pinch salt
Directions
- Prep. Wash your hands. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Wash, core, and chop the apples.
- Mix. In an 8x8 baking dish, stir together the oats, apples, raisins, cinnamon, salt, and milk. Drizzle with honey if using.
- Bake. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the oats are soft and the top is lightly golden.
- Serve. Eat warm. To save leftovers, refrigerate them in small, shallow containers for up to 4 days. Reheat a portion in the microwave with a splash of milk.
Tips for Making It Your Own
The recipe is easy to adjust to your taste and kitchen. The honey is optional, so leave it out if you prefer less sweetness. Fortified soy milk works well in place of dairy milk. If you want an even softer texture, chop the apples a little smaller before baking.
A Note on Storing Leftovers
Because this recipe makes several servings, safe storage matters. Divide leftovers into small, shallow containers so they cool quickly, and refrigerate them promptly. Plan to enjoy them within 4 days, and add a splash of milk when reheating to bring back the creamy texture.
Share a Meal With Us
If you would rather have breakfast, or lunch, with good company, Aster is here to help. Hot, nutritious meals are available at both of our Senior Centers, Monday through Friday. For help finding community programs and resources, our Outreach and Social Services team offers free, private, and unbiased consultations. Email socialservices@asteraz.org or call 480-634-1659 to learn more.
About Aster Aging
Aster Aging is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to serving our local communities since 1979. Aster provides a full continuum of services to help older adults and their families navigate aging with independence and dignity.
Aster impacts thousands of older adults and their families in the East Valley through our core programs:
