The kids had a random day off from school on Monday so I woke up early in the morning to put together this baked oatmeal while they were still sleeping. By the time they woke up, the house was filled with warm apple cinnamon smells and we all knew it was going to be a good day. We had no plans until later that afternoon and while there was still work to be done in the morning, we were free to be as slow and unhurried as we pleased. Mornings like these are my favorite, partly because they are such a contrast from the usual weekday morning chaos. (PLEASE get out of bed! Hurry and finish your breakfast! Brush your teeth! Did you pack your lunch?! Where are your shoes?! The bus is COMING!)
Baked oatmeal frequently makes an appearance at our breakfast table and lately I’ve taken to adding in some barley and rye flakes along with the oats. Both behave similarly to rolled oats and can be substituted in a one-to-one ratio, but I’ve found I enjoy them most when mixed together with oats. This multigrain oatmeal is layered over some lightly sautéed cinnamon apples and finished with a scattering of chopped walnuts and an arrangement of sliced apples. Golden raisins help to sweeten the oatmeal along with a touch of maple syrup. And I always hope for leftovers because they can warmed and packed in a thermos for the kids’ lunches the next day- it makes an especially cozy lunch after a chilly recess playing outside.
- 2 cups diced apple, about 2 apples
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1¼ teaspoons cinnamon, divided
- 1 teaspoon coconut sugar
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup rye flakes
- ½ cup barley flakes
- ⅓ cup golden raisins
- ¼ teaspoon fine grain sea salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 cups milk
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- ⅓ cup chopped walnuts
- 1 small apple, thinly sliced
- Preheat oven to 375.
- In a 10-inch oven proof skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add the apples, coconut sugar, and ¼ teaspoon cinnamon and stir with a wooden spoon until apples begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the oats, rye, barley, raisins, baking powder, remaining 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt. Pour evenly over the apples.
- In the same bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, vanilla, and maple syrup. Whisk in the melted butter. Carefully and evenly pour over the oat mixture. Lightly tap pan on the counter to remove any bubbles. Arrange apples slices and scatter walnuts over the mixture.
- Bake until top begins to turn golden and oatmeal is set, about 30-40 minutes.
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
I’m sure the kids loved this for breakfast Emily! What a special treat! And what a great mom you are!! I can just imagine how wonderful the house smelled with this baking in the oven!
Jessie Snyder | Faring Well says
Last Monday morning sounds so sweet! A nice trade-off from the hustling crazy-fest I’m sure 😉 I can practically smell this delicious breakfast from here! Apples + raisins = golden <3
Liora says
There is something so special about a snow day, the air just feels different, doesn’t it!? Oatmeal is a wonderful breakfast in itself, but when served from a cast iron pan it’s on a whole new level! This is so beautiful, and I can imagine the aroma of the apples, raisins, and cinnamon making the whole house feel like warm and cozy.
Traci | Vanilla And Bean says
Oh Emily, this is the coziest breakfast and I can just imagine how delicious leftovers are too. A perfect afternoon lunch or snack for your kiddos. Barley and rye are such a delicious addition. I love the fact that you’ve used multiple grains in this recipe, something I often forget about. Thank you for this my dear!
Aysegul says
Emily… How funny that we have the same type of recipes on our blogs at the same time!! 🙂
That is what I love about reading and sharing recipes. You’ll never know what you are going to learn from other people’s experiences. The idea of mixing barley and rye is genius, one that I will definitely try next time I make mine.
Well done my friend. Cheers!
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
I do have to say that I actually never have made a baked oatmeal before & I think I have been missing out on something seriously delicious. This looks fabulous & I love the photography.