Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal

Ingredients:

• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups peeled and chopped apples

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
2. In a mixing bowl, stir together the oats, pecans, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the milk mixture to the oat mixture and stir until everything is well combined.
5. Fold in the chopped apples.
6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
7. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the oatmeal is set and golden brown on top.
8. Let the oatmeal cool for a few minutes before serving.
9. Serve the oatmeal warm with a drizzle of maple syrup or a dollop of whipped cream.

Note: You can also top the oatmeal with additional chopped pecans or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar if you’d like. This oatmeal can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and reheated in the microwave for a quick and easy breakfast.