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Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

Active Time:25 minsTotal Time:1 hr 25 minsServings:9Jump to Nutrition Facts

Active Time:25 minsTotal Time:1 hr 25 minsServings:9

Active Time:25 mins

Active Time:

25 mins

Total Time:1 hr 25 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 25 mins

Servings:9

Servings:

9

Jump to Nutrition Facts

Jump to recipeOurMorning Glory Baked Oatsare the perfect breakfast for any morning. When you get fruits, vegetables, whole grainsandprotein in your first meal of the day, you’re off to an excellent start. Gut-healthy fiber is central here, with filling oats, naturally sweet apples, antioxidant-rich carrots and walnuts—a plant-based source of omega-3 fatty acids. You also pack in the protein with eggs, milk and Greek yogurt, so you’re guaranteed to stave off hunger for hours. Keep reading for our expert tips on ingredient prep, smart substitutions and delicious garnish ideas.Tips from the EatingWell Test KitchenThese are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!Use the largest hole on a box grater for grating the apple and carrots.Let the baked oatmeal cool before slicing, and serve it with a dollop of additional Greek yogurt or a sprinkle of extra cinnamon.You can substitute pecans for the walnuts, or you can skip the nuts entirely for any nut allergies.Nutrition NotesWe love usingwhole milkin these baked oats. Full-fat dairy has not been shown to be detrimental to health and may, in fact, be beneficial. The additional fat will work with the fiber and protein in this dish to provide greater satiety—a win for those busy mornings.Rolled oatscontain a special type of fiber called beta-glucan, which has been shown to help lower cholesterol when eaten regularly—this is very beneficial for heart health. That same fiber is also great for digestive health and to keep your microbiome healthy because beta-glucans are fermentable fibers.Carrotsadd a natural sweetness and a pop of color in these baked oats. You’ll also get the anti-inflammatory benefit of beta carotene, the major antioxidant in carrots.Walnutsare an excellent source of the omega-3 fatty acid ALA (alpha-linolenic acid)—they provide the most of any nut. They also add fiber to this dish, which can help promote good digestive function and improve the health of the microbiome.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

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OurMorning Glory Baked Oatsare the perfect breakfast for any morning. When you get fruits, vegetables, whole grainsandprotein in your first meal of the day, you’re off to an excellent start. Gut-healthy fiber is central here, with filling oats, naturally sweet apples, antioxidant-rich carrots and walnuts—a plant-based source of omega-3 fatty acids. You also pack in the protein with eggs, milk and Greek yogurt, so you’re guaranteed to stave off hunger for hours. Keep reading for our expert tips on ingredient prep, smart substitutions and delicious garnish ideas.Tips from the EatingWell Test KitchenThese are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!Use the largest hole on a box grater for grating the apple and carrots.Let the baked oatmeal cool before slicing, and serve it with a dollop of additional Greek yogurt or a sprinkle of extra cinnamon.You can substitute pecans for the walnuts, or you can skip the nuts entirely for any nut allergies.Nutrition NotesWe love usingwhole milkin these baked oats. Full-fat dairy has not been shown to be detrimental to health and may, in fact, be beneficial. The additional fat will work with the fiber and protein in this dish to provide greater satiety—a win for those busy mornings.Rolled oatscontain a special type of fiber called beta-glucan, which has been shown to help lower cholesterol when eaten regularly—this is very beneficial for heart health. That same fiber is also great for digestive health and to keep your microbiome healthy because beta-glucans are fermentable fibers.Carrotsadd a natural sweetness and a pop of color in these baked oats. You’ll also get the anti-inflammatory benefit of beta carotene, the major antioxidant in carrots.Walnutsare an excellent source of the omega-3 fatty acid ALA (alpha-linolenic acid)—they provide the most of any nut. They also add fiber to this dish, which can help promote good digestive function and improve the health of the microbiome.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

OurMorning Glory Baked Oatsare the perfect breakfast for any morning. When you get fruits, vegetables, whole grainsandprotein in your first meal of the day, you’re off to an excellent start. Gut-healthy fiber is central here, with filling oats, naturally sweet apples, antioxidant-rich carrots and walnuts—a plant-based source of omega-3 fatty acids. You also pack in the protein with eggs, milk and Greek yogurt, so you’re guaranteed to stave off hunger for hours. Keep reading for our expert tips on ingredient prep, smart substitutions and delicious garnish ideas.

Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen

These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!

Nutrition Notes

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Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients2¼cupswhole milk1tablespoongratedorange zest¾cuporange juice(from2oranges)½cupreduced-fat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt¼cuphoney2largeeggs1½tablespoonsvanilla extract1tablespoonground cinnamon1½teaspoonsbaking powder¾teaspoonground ginger¾teaspoonsalt3cupsold-fashioned rolled oats¾cupraisins¾cupgrated carrot¾cupgrated unpeeledGala apple½cupunsweetenedflaked coconut½cupchopped walnuts

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Ingredients

2¼cupswhole milk

1tablespoongratedorange zest

¾cuporange juice(from2oranges)

½cupreduced-fat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt

¼cuphoney

2largeeggs

1½tablespoonsvanilla extract

1tablespoonground cinnamon

1½teaspoonsbaking powder

¾teaspoonground ginger

¾teaspoonsalt

3cupsold-fashioned rolled oats

¾cupraisins

¾cupgrated carrot

¾cupgrated unpeeledGala apple

½cupunsweetenedflaked coconut

½cupchopped walnuts

DirectionsPreheat oven to 350°F. Lightly coat a 9-inch-square baking pan with cooking spray.Combine 2¼ cups milk, 1 tablespoon orange zest, ¾ cup orange juice, ½ cup yogurt, ¼ cup honey, 2 eggs, 1½ tablespoons vanilla, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, 1½ teaspoons baking powder, ¾ teaspoon ginger and ¾ teaspoon salt in a large bowl; stir until thoroughly combined. Add 3 cups oats, ¾ cup each raisins, grated carrot and apple and ½ cup each coconut and walnuts; stir until combined. Transfer to the prepared pan and spread in an even layer.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina DaleyBake until the oatmeal is just set in the center and the top is golden brown, 55 to 60 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool for 5 minutes before serving.Frequently Asked QuestionsYou can store the baked oatmeal in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.Absolutely. They will freeze well whole or cut into squares for up to 3 months. Let the baked oatmeal cool completely, and then tightly wrap it in plastic wrap or foil before placing it in the freezer. When ready to enjoy the oatmeal, you can either thaw it overnight in the refrigerator or heat it directly from its frozen state in the microwave or in a 325°F oven.This baked oatmeal is satisfying on its own. However, when served at brunch, it becomes a crowd-pleaser alongside eggs and a choice ofAir-Fryer Bacon, breakfast sausage,Vegan BaconorCrispy Vegan Bacon.EatingWell.com, January 2025

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly coat a 9-inch-square baking pan with cooking spray.Combine 2¼ cups milk, 1 tablespoon orange zest, ¾ cup orange juice, ½ cup yogurt, ¼ cup honey, 2 eggs, 1½ tablespoons vanilla, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, 1½ teaspoons baking powder, ¾ teaspoon ginger and ¾ teaspoon salt in a large bowl; stir until thoroughly combined. Add 3 cups oats, ¾ cup each raisins, grated carrot and apple and ½ cup each coconut and walnuts; stir until combined. Transfer to the prepared pan and spread in an even layer.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina DaleyBake until the oatmeal is just set in the center and the top is golden brown, 55 to 60 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool for 5 minutes before serving.Frequently Asked QuestionsYou can store the baked oatmeal in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.Absolutely. They will freeze well whole or cut into squares for up to 3 months. Let the baked oatmeal cool completely, and then tightly wrap it in plastic wrap or foil before placing it in the freezer. When ready to enjoy the oatmeal, you can either thaw it overnight in the refrigerator or heat it directly from its frozen state in the microwave or in a 325°F oven.This baked oatmeal is satisfying on its own. However, when served at brunch, it becomes a crowd-pleaser alongside eggs and a choice ofAir-Fryer Bacon, breakfast sausage,Vegan BaconorCrispy Vegan Bacon.

Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly coat a 9-inch-square baking pan with cooking spray.

Combine 2¼ cups milk, 1 tablespoon orange zest, ¾ cup orange juice, ½ cup yogurt, ¼ cup honey, 2 eggs, 1½ tablespoons vanilla, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, 1½ teaspoons baking powder, ¾ teaspoon ginger and ¾ teaspoon salt in a large bowl; stir until thoroughly combined. Add 3 cups oats, ¾ cup each raisins, grated carrot and apple and ½ cup each coconut and walnuts; stir until combined. Transfer to the prepared pan and spread in an even layer.

an image of the oats, raisins, carrot, apple, coconut, and walnuts being mixed with the wet ingredients

Bake until the oatmeal is just set in the center and the top is golden brown, 55 to 60 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Frequently Asked QuestionsYou can store the baked oatmeal in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.Absolutely. They will freeze well whole or cut into squares for up to 3 months. Let the baked oatmeal cool completely, and then tightly wrap it in plastic wrap or foil before placing it in the freezer. When ready to enjoy the oatmeal, you can either thaw it overnight in the refrigerator or heat it directly from its frozen state in the microwave or in a 325°F oven.This baked oatmeal is satisfying on its own. However, when served at brunch, it becomes a crowd-pleaser alongside eggs and a choice ofAir-Fryer Bacon, breakfast sausage,Vegan BaconorCrispy Vegan Bacon.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can store the baked oatmeal in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Absolutely. They will freeze well whole or cut into squares for up to 3 months. Let the baked oatmeal cool completely, and then tightly wrap it in plastic wrap or foil before placing it in the freezer. When ready to enjoy the oatmeal, you can either thaw it overnight in the refrigerator or heat it directly from its frozen state in the microwave or in a 325°F oven.

This baked oatmeal is satisfying on its own. However, when served at brunch, it becomes a crowd-pleaser alongside eggs and a choice ofAir-Fryer Bacon, breakfast sausage,Vegan BaconorCrispy Vegan Bacon.

EatingWell.com, January 2025

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Nutrition Facts(per serving)325Calories11gFat49gCarbs10gProtein

Nutrition Facts(per serving)

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