Name: Healthy Oatmeal Breakfast Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups (200 g) oatmeal; 1 teaspoon baking powder; A pinch of salt; A dash of vanilla extract; 1 cup (240 ml) milk of your choice; 6 dried apricots; 6 large dates; 1/3 cup (50 g) dried cranberries; 1 carrot, grated; 1 apple, chopped; 3 eggs; 1/2 cup (50 g) walnuts, chopped; 7-inch (18 cm) baking dish

Directions

1. Step

In a large mixing bowl, combine oatmeal, baking powder, salt, and vanilla.

2. Step

Pour the milk into the dry mixture and stir until evenly combined.

3. Step

Soak the dried apricots and dates together in one bowl. In a separate bowl, soak the dried cranberries. Allow them to sit for a few minutes, then drain.

4. Step

Grate the carrot and mix it into the oatmeal and milk mixture.

5. Step

Chop the soaked apricots, dates, apple, and cranberries into small pieces. Add them to the mixture along with the eggs. Stir thoroughly to combine.

6. Step

Transfer the mixture into a greased or parchment-lined 7-inch (18 cm) baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the chopped walnuts on top.

7. Step

Bake in a preheated oven at 360°F (180°C) for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Healthy Oatmeal Breakfast Bake