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Christmas Oatmeal Bake

Christmas Oatmeal Bake

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Cozy mornings call for this Christmas Baked Oatmeal Warm spices, sweet apples, and tart cranberries come together in the most festive breakfast bake—it’s like a holiday hug in a bowl! Bonus for women over 50: Flaxseeds and chia seeds are rich in omega-3s, supporting heart health and reducing inflammation. Perfect for brunches, busy mornings, or just soaking up all the holiday vibes. 
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Course Breakfast

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp flaxseed meal
  • 4 tbsp water
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup plant milk
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tsp blackstrap molasses
  • ½ cup applesauce
  • ½ cup melted vegan butter
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 banana mashed
  • 1 apple diced
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • ¼ cup sliced almond toasted

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F
  • In a small bowl, combine flaxseed meal and water. Stir and let sit for 1-2 minutes to thicken.
    2 tbsp flaxseed meal, 4 tbsp water
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, chia seeds, and salt. Stir well.
    2 cups rolled oats, 2 tsp baking powder, 2 tsp ground cinnamon, ½ tsp ground ginger, ¼ tsp ground cloves, 1 tsp salt, 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • In a large bowl, whisk together plant milk, maple syrup, blackstrap molasses, melted vegan butter, applesauce, and vanilla extract. Add the dry oat mixture to the wet ingredients and stir to combine.
    1 cup plant milk, 3 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tsp blackstrap molasses, ½ cup melted vegan butter, 2 tsp vanilla extract, ½ cup applesauce
  • Fold in the mashed banana, diced apple, cranberries, and toasted almonds. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
    1 banana, 1 apple, 1 cup fresh cranberries, ¼ cup sliced almond
  • Bake for 40 minutes, or until firm and golden brown.
  • Let the baked oats cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

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Tips for the Perfect Baked Oatmeal

  1. Toast the Almonds: Toasting the sliced almonds before adding them to the mix gives them a deeper flavor and extra crunch. Just a few minutes in a dry skillet over medium heat does the trick.
  2. Don’t Skip the Resting Time: Letting the oatmeal cool for 10–15 minutes after baking helps it set, making it easier to slice and serve.
  3. Use Fresh Cranberries: Fresh cranberries give this dish a festive pop of tartness that balances the sweetness perfectly. If you’re in a pinch, frozen cranberries work too—just don’t thaw them beforehand.
  4. Customize It: Swap the apple for pears, or add a handful of dairy-free chocolate chips for a little extra holiday indulgence.

Tools You’ll Need

  • Mixing Bowls: At least two—one for wet ingredients and one for dry.
  • Whisk: Essential for blending the wet ingredients smoothly.
  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish: The perfect size for this recipe.
  • Spatula: Great for folding in the fruit and spreading the mixture evenly in the pan.
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