Description
Vanilla chai baked oatmeal is a warm, comforting breakfast dish that blends aromatic spices with hearty oats, perfect for cozy mornings or brunch gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp chai spice blend (cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves)
- 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray an 8×8-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, baking powder, and chai spice blend. Stir well to evenly mix.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined. If desired, add in chopped nuts or dried fruits at this stage.
- Bake: Spoon the mixture evenly into your prepared baking dish and bake for about 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Serve & Enjoy: Allow it to cool slightly before cutting into squares. Serve warm with additional maple syrup or yogurt if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Customize your baked oatmeal by adding fruits like bananas or berries for extra flavor. For a creamier texture, use almond milk instead of regular milk. Toasting oats in the oven before mixing can enhance their nuttiness.