Morning Glory Baked Oatmeal with Apple and Carrot Recipe

Morning Glory Baked Oatmeal with Apple and Carrot recipe is a cozy seasonal favorite that turns everyday ingredients into something worth sharing. This morning glory baked oatmeal combines the familiar flavors of carrot cake and apple muffins in a make-ahead breakfast. The texture is tender rather than dry, and every square contains sweet fruit, cinnamon and crunchy walnuts.

Recipe at a Glance

Prep: 15 min  |  Cook: 35 min  |  Total: 50 min  |  Yield: 6 servings  |  Category: Breakfast

Why You’ll Love This Morning Glory Baked Oatmeal with Apple and Carrot

• Approachable ingredients and clear, repeatable steps.
• Comforting fall flavors and a visually appealing finished dish.
• Flexible enough for casual meals, gatherings or planned leftovers.

Ingredients

• 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1½ tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 large carrot, finely grated
• 1 apple, grated
• ⅓ cup raisins
• ⅓ cup chopped walnuts
• 2 eggs
• 1½ cups milk
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla

How to Make Morning Glory Baked Oatmeal with Apple and Carrot

1. Heat oven to 350°F and grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
2. Combine oats, baking powder, cinnamon and salt in a mixing bowl.
3. Fold in grated carrot, grated apple, raisins and walnuts.
4. Whisk eggs, milk, maple syrup, melted butter and vanilla separately.
5. Pour wet mixture over oats, stir and spread evenly in the dish.
6. Bake 32–38 minutes until set at the center; cool 10 minutes and slice.

Tips for the Best Results

• Use rolled oats, not instant oats, for the best sliceable texture.
• Grate apple with its skin for less prep.
• Let the baked oatmeal rest before slicing so it holds together.

Easy Variations

• Add shredded coconut for a classic morning glory flavor.
• Use pecans instead of walnuts.
• Substitute dried cranberries for raisins.

Storage and Reheating

Refrigerate covered for up to four days. Freeze squares for up to two months. Reheat with a splash of milk until warmed through.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I prepare baked oatmeal the night before?

Yes. Mix dry and wet ingredients separately and combine just before baking, or bake completely and reheat portions.

Serving Suggestions

Serve fresh for the best texture and flavor. For gatherings, arrange individual portions on a platter with a simple seasonal garnish. If making ahead, keep toppings or glaze separate until serving whenever practical. Taste and adjust seasoning or sweetness to your preference before bringing the dish to the table.

Morning Glory Baked Oatmeal with Apple and Carrot

This morning glory baked oatmeal combines the familiar flavors of carrot cake and apple muffins in a make-ahead breakfast. The texture is tender rather than dry, and every square contains sweet fruit, cinnamon and crunchy walnuts.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 6

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats;
• 1 tsp baking powder;
• 1½ tsp cinnamon;
• ¼ tsp salt;
• 1 large carrot finely grated;
• 1 apple grated;
• ⅓ cup raisins;
• ⅓ cup chopped walnuts;
• 2 eggs;
• 1½ cups milk;
• ¼ cup maple syrup;
• 2 tbsp melted butter;
• 1 tsp vanilla

Equipment

• Mixing bowls, measuring cups, suitable baking or cooking pan

Method

 

1. Step 1: Heat oven to 350°F and grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
2. Step 2: Combine oats, baking powder, cinnamon and salt in a mixing bowl.
3. Step 3: Fold in grated carrot, grated apple, raisins and walnuts.
4. Step 4: Whisk eggs, milk, maple syrup, melted butter and vanilla separately.
5. Step 5: Pour wet mixture over oats, stir and spread evenly in the dish.
6. Step 6: Bake 32–38 minutes until set at the center; cool 10 minutes and slice.

Notes

Use rolled oats, not instant oats, for the best sliceable texture.; Grate apple with its skin for less prep.; Let the baked oatmeal rest before slicing so it holds together.